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Last Update: 10/23/2025
UNIVERSITY POSITIONS 2026-2027
Northwest Missouri State University (Maryville, MO) - Associate Director of Bands/Assistant Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 10/22/25
For full consideration, submit materials by 12/1/25
Responsibilities include conducting the Northwest Symphonic Band and/or Concert Band, co-directing the Athletic Bands, and oversee the percussion studio (including lessons, percussion ensemble, and percussion methods)
Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree required; demonstrated success as a conductor, teacher, and applied instructor
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Georgia Southern University (Statesboro, GA) - Lecturer in Percussion
Job posted: 10/20/25
Review of applicants begins 12/1/25
Responsibilities include teaching applied percussion, percussion ensemble, percussion techniques and/or literature
Minimum Qualifications: Masters in the field; evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level; ability to teach drum set and coach & arrange for marching percussion is preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
University of Wisconsin, Platteville (Platteville, WI) - Assistant Professor of Music (Music Theory Coordinator & Instrumental Studio)
Job posted: 9/29/25
For full consideration, applications should be submitted by 10/29/25
Responsibilities include coordinating the music theory and aural skills sequence, teach Theory III-IV, Aural Skills III-IV, and Theory V (Post-Tonal/Advanced Theory) and teaching applied lessons on a primary instrument (percussionists encouraged to apply)
Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree in Music Performance or Theory; demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate music theory and aural skills, with proficiency in solfege
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Drake University (Des Moines, IA) - Assistant Director of Bands/Assistant Professor of Percussion or Winds
Job posted: 9/10/25
Review of applicants begins 10/20/25
Responsibilities include directing the Drake University Marching Band, Symphonic Band, and Bulldog Brass Pep Band and teaching the applied studio of your primary instrument (percussion applicants are encouraged to apply).
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree (applicants who have not completed DMA program will be considered); college teaching experience, along with scholarship in your field/discipline
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Southeast Missouri State Universty (Cape Girardeau, MO) - Instructor-Music-Jazz and Commercial Percussion
Job posted: 9/10/25
Review of applicants begins 10/10/25
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate applied drum set lessons, teaching in jazz and commercial music areas (including jazz band, combo, commercial ensembles, etc.), and other teaching duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music/teaching; experience as a jazz/commercial drum set performer/recording artist; demonstrated experience teaching music and with music technology
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
University of Missouri-Kansas City (Kansas City, MO) - Assistant Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 8/19/25
Review of applicants begins: 10/1/25
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied percussion, percussion ensemble, percussion coursework as needed, oversight of UMKC Percussion Inventory, and other duties as needed
Minimum Qualifications: DMA in Percussion; evidence of successful teaching experience, preferably at the University level; professional experience as a performer at the national/international level
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
UNIVERSITY POSITIONS 2025-2026
Terra State Community College (Fremont, OH) - Adjunct Faculty-Percussion
Job posting or deadline unknown
Responsibilities include teaching drums and percussion to students at all levels, in the orchestral, jazz, pop/rock, and marching styles
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in Music (preferred); 2 years of teaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Wofford College (Spartanburg, SC) - Adjunct Instructor in Music
Job posted: 10/3/25
***This is a pool posting, so it does not indicate specific job responsibilities. However, the posting does indicate a current need for a percussion instructor***
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music; demonstrated excellence as a performer and teacher
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
NON-COLLEGIATE TEACHING JOBS
Updated 9/15/25
Cascade High School (Everett, WA) - Marching Band Percussion Assistant
Updated 9/16/25
Mountain Vista High School (Highlands Ranch, CO) - Assistant Activity Lead-Percussion
Douglas County High School (Castle Rock, CO) - Activity Lead - Marching/Concert Percussion
Updated 9/21/25
East High School (Des Moines, IA) - Drumline Instructor
Updated 10/7/25
Legacy High School (Wichita Falls, TX) - Assistant Band Director (Percussion Director)
Updated 10/9/25
Brookline Recreation Department (Brookline, MA) - PT Instrumental Music Teachers
Updated 10/14/25
Pennsauken High School (Pennsauken, NJ) - Indoor Drum Line Director & Assistant (2 positions)
Updated 10/26/25
Maricopa High School (Maricopa, AZ) - Head Percussion Instructor / Asst Percussion Instructor
New Canaan High School (New Canaan, CT) - Percussion Consultant
Westview Middle School (Longmont, CO) - Percussion Coach (under Music Section Coach posting)
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS FOR 2026-2027
East Texas A&M University (Commerce, TX) - GA in Percussion (2 positions open)
Positions include a tuition remission of 6 hrs/semester, out-of-state tuition waiver, access to health insurance, and a yearly stipend of $8,000 (for 2 years)
Responsibilities will be split between the two open positions, and may include assisting with the Drumline/Front Ensemble, Percussion Ensembles I & II, Percussion Methods I & II, teaching undergraduate non-major lessons, equipment/inventory maintenance, and Keyboard and Snare Drum technique class
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Brian Zator (Percussion Coordinator)
Oakland University (Rochester, MI) - GA in Music (Performance Outreach)
Program requires 20hr/week and covers tuition (32 credits) along with a $10,952 yearly stipend
Duties include working with Accent Pontiac (an El Sistema-inspired youth education program), organizing performances in the community, and coordinating/developing other community-engaged work
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Justin Lamb
University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa, AL) - GTA positions (2)
Percussion Studio GTA: Responsibilities include teaching applied lessons to non-majors, Percussion Methods, and assisting with instrument/gear maintenance
Band Area GTA: Responsibilities include working with the Million Dollar Marching Band, assisting with Honor Band events, supporting pep bands, and additional duties within the Band Area.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Andrew Lynge
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Champaign, IL) - GA positions (2)
Position includes a full tuition waiver, health insurance, a tuition waiver for summer classes, and a $10,000/year stipend
Responsibilities will be determined based on the strengths of the applicant and the needs of the department and music area
Contact: Dr. Josh Graham
University of Nevada, Las Vegas (Las Vegas, NV) - Doctoral GA in Percussion
This position covers 9 credits of coursework per semester and includes an out-of-state fee waiver and a $21,000 yearly stipend. Additional financial packages may also be available to qualified applicants.
Responsibilities include teaching private percussion lessons, directing percussion ensemble, and performing with faculty and students in a variety of professional engagements, including opportunities on the Las Vegas Strip. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Kyle Bissantz
University of Northern Colorado (Greeley, CO) - GA in Percussion
This position is a half-time assistantship, covering half tuition up to 10 credits per semester at 8 hr/week. The Masters level annual stipend is $5,739 for 2 years and the Doctorate level annual stipend is $6,555 for 3 years. Video auditions are welcome (must also schedule a virtual interview).
Responsibilities vary depending on the strength of the applicant & needs of the studio. They may include Percussion Ensemble coaching, running sectionals, overseeing instrument maintenance & inventory, and assisting with Percussion Techniques class, among others.
Free Application Days: December 1, February 1, April 1 | Audition Days: January 24 (virtual), February 14, March 7
Contact: Dr. Tim Feerst
University of Utah (Salt Lake City, UT) - GA in Percussion
This position covers 20 hrs/week and includes a full tuition waiver and a $20,000 annual stipend.
Responsibilities will be assigned based on the expertise and professional goals of the applicant. Example duties include assisting with the Marching Band/Drumline (including arranging opportunities), the Percussion Methods course, private applied teaching, and coaching/conducting the Utah Percussion Ensemble
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Mike Sammons
PERFORMANCE POSITIONS
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra (Indianapolis, IN) - Principal Percussion
Application deadline: 5/7/26
Audition dates: 6/14-16/26
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (Winnipeg, Manitoba, CA) - Principal Percussion
This position is only open to applicants eligible to work in Canada
Application deadline: 12/1/25
Audition date: 12/15/25
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra (Pittsburgh, PA) - Principal Percussion
Application deadline: 11/10/25
Preliminary auditions: January 12, 13, 19, and 20, 2025
Semi-final and Final auditions: 2/16-17/25
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply
Midland Symphony Orchestra (Midland, MI) - Principal Timpani
Applications due: 10/27/25
Audition date: 10/30/25
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply
U.S. Army West Point Band (West Point, NY) - Rudimental Drummer in “The Hellcats”
Preliminary recordings due: 10/6/25
Live audition: 1/26/26
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Helena Symphony (Helena, MT) - Section Percussion
Application deadline: 10/17/25
Audition date: 10/24/25
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply
The Florida Orchestra (St. Petersburg, FL) - Principal Timpani
Application deadline: 10/1/25
Audition dates: 11/3-5/25
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply
Colorado Symphony (Denver, CO) - Principal Timpani
Application deadline: 10/17/25
Audition dates: 11/17-19/25
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply
San Diego Symphony - Section Percussion
Application deadline: 10/6/25
Audition dates: 11/9-11/25
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
U.S. Army Field Band - Drum Set (Jazz Ambassadors)
Preliminary recording deadline: 10/1/25
Audition date: 12/11/25
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply
Utah Symphony (Salt Lake City, UT) - Principal Timpani
Application deadline: 9/29/25
Audition dates: 11/9-10/25
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply
San Diego Symphony (San Diego, CA) - Section Percussion
Application deadline: 10/6/25
Audition dates: 11/9-11/25
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Bloomington Symphony (Bloomington, MN) - Principal Percussion/Assoc. Principal Timpani
Video submission deadline: 8/11/25 (live auditions on 8/26/25) | 11/24/25 (live auditions on 12/8/25)
THIS IS A VOLUNTEER ORCHESTRA - MEMBERS ARE NOT PAID
Please visit their website for audition information and instructions on how to apply
San Francisco Symphony - Assistant Principal Timpani & Section Percussion
Application deadline: 5/23/2025
Preliminary, Semi-Final, and Final Rounds - 9/21-23/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
West Point Band - Timpani/Percussion
Preliminary recordings deadline: 7/7/2025
Live audition date: 10/27/2025
Please visit their website for additional information and instructions on how to apply
ACCEPTED OFFERS/POSITIONS
University positions
Appalachian State University - Logan Newhouse
California State University-Fullerton - Kenneth McGrath
Cameron University - Cy Miessler
Central Connecticut State University - Mark Stein
Eastern Michigan University - Paige Madden
Elon University - Dan Hartung
Florida International University - Colin Williams
Jacksonville State University - Lauren Teel
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College - Josh Frans
Missouri State University - Yun-ju Pan
North Dakota State University - Mark DeMull
Northwestern State University - Andrew Blair
Pittsburg State University - Michael Giunta
Saginaw Valley State University - Paige Madden
Southeastern Louisiana University - Tyler Whitehead
Southeastern Oklahoma State University - Jamie Vilseck
Tarleton State University - Emilio De Leon
Temple College - Nathan Siegel
Texas Tech University - Benjamin Holmes
University of Arkansas, Monticello - Kylan Bigby
University of Central Missouri - Lorena Navarro
University of Cincinnati - Alex Beltran
University of Colorado - Mike Tetreault & Carl Dixon
University of Miami - Leonardo Soto, Pablo Rieppi
University of Oklahoma - Cory Doran
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga - Ethan McDaniel
University of Texas, Permian Basin - Shane Roderick
Virginia State University - Ethan Strickland
Western Carolina University - Amy Xin Yin
K-12 Teaching Positions
North Lamar ISD - Aidan McCarty
Tomball High School - Christopher Rosas
Orchestral Positions
Akron Symphony Orchestra - Adriana Harrison (Principal Percussion)
Alabama Symphony Orchestra - Lucas Vogelman (Section Percussion)
Albany Symphony - Jackson Riffle (Principal Percussion)
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra - Robert Lenau (Section Percussion)
Austin Symphony - Liam McManus (Section Percussion)
Baton Rouge Symphony - William Kim (Principal Timpani) / Jordan Fajardo-Bird (Section Percussion)
Battle Creek Symphony - Collin Boltz (Principal Percussion) / Tau McLoughlin (Section Percussion) / Fabián Correra (Section Percussion)
Canton Symphony Orchestra - Hunter Wirt (Section Percussion)
Central Texas Philharmonic - Connor Ainsworth / Seth Bagwell (Section Percussion)
Colorado Ballet Orchestra - Dominic Grande (Section Percussion)
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra - Hamza Able (Principal Timpani)
DeKalb Symphony - Jackson Riffle (Principal Timpani)
Erie Philharmonic Orchestra - Sebastião Sheldrick (Section Percussion)
Greenville Symphony Orchestra - James Leonard
Los Angeles Philharmonic - Wesley Sumpter (Asst. Principal Percussion) / Andres Pichardo Rosenthal (Section Percussion)
National Arts Centre Orchestra - Paul Philbert (Principal Timpani)
New Jersey Symphony Orchestra - Luca Esposito (Principal Percussion)
New Mexico Philharmonic - Tyler Brown (Principal Timpani)
New York City Ballet Orchestra - Tarun Bellur (Principal Percussion) / Ben Cornavaca (Section Percussion)
Oklahoma City Philharmonic - Connor Stevens (Section Percussion)
Roanoke Symphony Orchestra - Sean Van Winkle (Principal Percussion)
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra - Caleb Breidenbaugh (Principal Percussion)
Stockton Symphony - Tyler Stell (Principal Timpani)
U.S. Air Force Band of the West - Wyatt Hatch
U.S. Navy Band - Alex Mendoza
Victoria Symphony - Jonas Koh (Principal Timpani)
Other Performance Positions
Book of Mormon National Tour - MacKenna Tolfa
