Percussion Instructor

The Department of Music at Otterbein University invites applications for Percussion Instructor for the Cardinal Marching Band. This is a short‑term position for the duration of marching band season, August 2026 through November 2026.

• Rehearse and coach battery percussion students in full band and sectional rehearsals, including additional drumline rehearsals as necessary.
• Assist and coach mallet percussion students, if applicable.
• Assist with outdoor rehearsals, coaching percussion students on music and specialized movements.
• Assist with performance and game day logistics including repairing equipment, adjusting harnesses, and tuning drums.
• Write, edit, and arrange drumline music according to need.

Candidates must be willing and able to attend rehearsals and performances of the Cardinal Marching Band. Band camp runs August 12-18, 2026,9AM-9PM, and regular rehearsals are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-6:15PM. Performances on Saturdays include home football games and one travel performance. A full schedule of band camp and performances is available at

• Bachelor’s degree in percussion performance or music education or equivalent professional experience required. Graduate degree preferred.
• Demonstrated success in rehearsing marching bands, including instrumental technique, drill, and visual skills.
• Evidence of success in marching band percussion equipment management.
• Evidence of leadership and teaching experience required.

The physical demands include those associated with marching band, such as demonstrating skills, participating in practice activities, and working extended hours in varied indoor and outdoor weather conditions during practices, performances, and travel.

Duties are performed in a combination of indoor and outdoor environments subject to elements including heat, precipitation, and noise.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision.

The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind of level of difficulty.

Otterbein University’s achievement of academic excellence depends on its commitment to inclusion and belonging. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Otterbein University is an EEO Employer.