Percussion Ensemble Teacher

At a Glance

Position Title: Percussion Ensemble Teacher
Position Type: Part time .10FTE
Pay Range: $3000 - $4000 Salary commensurate with experience
Start Date: 08/01/2026

Position Summary

The Middle School Percussion Ensemble provides a foundation for theory and composition while emphasizing creativity, innovation and improvisation. The position includes teaching an ensemble of approximately 10-15 students with performances twice a year.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop note reading and rhythmic skills through performance and practice in a variety of styles and genres.

• Direct and lead percussion ensemble rehearsals, developing students’ technical skills, musicianship, and ensemble performance.
• Select and prepare appropriate repertoire that supports student growth and program goals.
• Provide instruction on a range of percussion instruments and techniques.
• Foster a collaborative, disciplined, and inclusive rehearsal environment.

Qualifications/Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Music or related field
• 3-5 years teaching experience, preferred 
• Desire and ability to work with Middle School students with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability, toward accomplishing their musical goals.
• Excellent communication skills with students, caregivers, school administrators and other staff, including the ability to discuss topics which may be sensitive.
• Facility with using a variety of pedagogical strategies. 
• Commitment to using conversation norms and constructive engagement at all times with students, caregivers, colleagues and speaking positively about school and community members in all contexts.

Opportunities to participate in extracurricular programs (e.g., athletics, arts, after-school programming) are available. 
 

Salary

• Bryn Mawr School follows a Faculty Salary Scale. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's years of experience, education, skills, and job-related responsibilities. 

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and a list of at least three current professional references to Elaine Swyryn, Associate Head of School, at resumes@brynmawrschool.org Please enter, “MS Percussion” as the title.

Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate the ways in which inclusive and equitable practices inform their approach to instruction and communication. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups who might enrich and diversify the school community are strongly encouraged to apply and will be welcomed into a community that celebrates the uniqueness of each faculty member and student. 

The Bryn Mawr School is an equal opportunity employer, adhering to all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and veteran status.

Post Date

03/11/2026