Marching Band (Drumline Director) - Differential Position

High School Percussion Coach

Our mission is to positively transform learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.

Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator's License (preferred)
• Background and experience in percussion, drumline, marching band, or related student performance activities
• Ability to teach percussion technique, musicianship, timing, and ensemble performance
• Experience working with high school students (preferred)
• Possess good human relations and organizational skills

Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead drumline rehearsals, sectionals, performances, and competition preparation in coordination with the Band Director
• Teach safe and appropriate percussion technique and establish expectations for student preparation, attendance, conduct, and equipment care
• Supervise students during rehearsals, performances, travel, and competitions and comply with District safety and student-accountability procedures
• Assist with percussion music, staging, equipment inventory, setup, storage, transportation, and maintenance planning
• Collaborate with the Band Director, other program staff, families, volunteers, and building administration

Compensation:

This is a Differential position. The differential pay scale can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Champaign Federation of Teachers, which is available on our website. Coaches with 5+ years of experience are compensated at a higher rate than those with more limited experience. Employment as a coach is on an at-will basis.

Final date to receive applications:

This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews may be conducted after August 18, 2026, so interested applicants should submit their materials ASAP to ensure consideration.

More About Our Community:

Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life.

The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.