Program Specialist- Drum Line for Percussion Instrument- Walnut YMCA Family Location
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YMCA of Delaware
Wilmington, DE, US
Summary
Provide percussion and drum line instruction to youth aged 7-17, focusing on fundamental and advanced techniques. Prepare participants for performances and competitions while ensuring the proper care of musical equipment.
Job Description
Delaware Promise:
Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others
Benefits & Perks:
Free Nationwide Y Membership for your Household
12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!
Rate of pay: $15.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as the skills, qualifications, and experience.
Essential Responsibilities
• Provide percussion and drum line instruction to participants ages 7–17 with varying skill levels.
• Teach fundamental and advanced percussion techniques, including rhythm, timing, stick control, rudiments, and performance skills.
• Follow lesson plans, rehearsal schedules, and instructional activities.
• Prepare participants for performances, exhibitions, competitions, and community events.
• Evaluate participant progress and provide constructive feedback to support skill development.
• Ensure proper use, care, storage, and inventory of percussion instruments and equipment.
• Foster an inclusive environment that welcomes participants from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community
• Experience in percussion performance, drum line instruction, music education, or related field.
• Knowledge of percussion techniques, marching percussion, rhythm development, and ensemble performance.
• Experience working with youth ages 7–17 in educational, recreational, or community-based settings.
Preferred Qualifications
• Multilingual
• Proven experience fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for youth participants.
The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer. The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.
The YMCA of Delaware is for Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility throughout the state of Delaware. The YMCA of Delaware meets the needs of all people - all ages, all walks of life, all ability levels - throughout the state as it has for some 120 years.
YMCA Healthy Living Prevention Programs
Diabetes Prevention Program
A program for those who have prediabetes or are at high risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. The Program is a year-long program, developed in conjunction with Indiana University and recognized by CDC, consists of 16-1 hour-sessions, followed by 6-8 monthly meetings. The classroom-based program is proven that by eating healthier, increasing physical activity and losing a small amount of weight, a person with pre-diabetes who is overweight can prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes .
www.diabetespreventionde.org
Healthy Lifestyles Behavior Change Program
The program, developed with Stanford University, is a behavior change program where participants focus on one health goal for the duration of the program. In a classroom setting, participants in learning about healthier eating, physical activity and other behavior changes over the course of 22 one-hour sessions. Improved self-confidence and achievement in accomplishing short- and long-term health goals are typical outcomes of the program.
www.healthylifestylesde.org
Founded
1875
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Wilmington, Delaware
The YMCA of Delaware is for Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility throughout the state of Delaware. The YMCA of Delaware meets the needs of all people - all ages, all walks of life, all ability levels - throughout the state as it has for some 120 years.
YMCA Healthy Living Prevention Programs
Diabetes Prevention Program
A program for those who have prediabetes or are at high risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. The Program is a year-long program, developed in conjunction with Indiana University and recognized by CDC, consists of 16-1 hour-sessions, followed by 6-8 monthly meetings. The classroom-based program is proven that by eating healthier, increasing physical activity and losing a small amount of weight, a person with pre-diabetes who is overweight can prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes .
www.diabetespreventionde.org
Healthy Lifestyles Behavior Change Program
The program, developed with Stanford University, is a behavior change program where participants focus on one health goal for the duration of the program. In a classroom setting, participants in learning about healthier eating, physical activity and other behavior changes over the course of 22 one-hour sessions. Improved self-confidence and achievement in accomplishing short- and long-term health goals are typical outcomes of the program.
www.healthylifestylesde.org
Founded
1875
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Wilmington, Delaware
