Instructor, Athletic Bands & Percussion in Sioux Falls, South Dakota at Augustana University

Position Summary

The Augustana University School of Music invites applications for an energetic, full-time, continuing-term instructor position beginning in August 2026.

This faculty member will play an active role in the university’s marching band and athletic band programs in collaboration with instrumental leadership in the School of Music. Teaching responsibilities will include applied percussion and other courses consistent with the candidate’s qualifications and program needs, including possible assignments in percussion pedagogy, First-Year Seminar, music appreciation, and related areas. The position also includes responsibilities in student ensemble recruitment, coordination of Augustana Day of Percussion, and oversight of percussion inventory, maintenance, repair, and logistics in collaboration with ensemble directors and community partners.

This an 9‑month appointment.

Primary Responsibilities

Athletic Bands (≈ 50 %)

Artistic & Administrative Leadership – Assistant director for the Viking Marching Band, directs Basketball Pep Band, directs Drumline

Recruitment & Retention – Recruits for athletic bands, drumline, percussion, and other SoM ensembles.

Operations & Logistics – Coordinates budgets, inventories, and student workers in managing the percussion area for multiple ensembles

Community & Visibility – Represent Augustana at campus, community, and regional events.

Teaching & Service (≈ 35 %)

Teach undergraduate music courses

Teach First Year Seminar course

Contribute to faculty governance and School initiatives.

Percussion Area Leadership (≈ 15 %)

Student Coordination – Coordinate students to set up, tear down, and move equipment

Strategic Partnership – Collaborate with the School of Music leadership on partnerships involving percussion assets.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a master’s degree in music, experience in collegiate marching band, drumlines and a successful history of recruitment. Additionally, the candidate should be an outstanding performer and teacher in percussion pedagogy and performance.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate (Ph.D., D.M.A., etc.)

Proven program‑leadership or administrative experience at the university level.

National recognition for excellence in teaching, ensemble leadership, or performance.

Facility with technology‑enhanced instruction

Appointment & Compensation

Rank: Instructor (Non‑Tenure Track)

Term: 9‑month renewable contract per University policy

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: Comprehensive Augustana University package (health, retirement, tuition assistance, professional development)

Interacting with students, faculty and leadership from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, along with a deep appreciation and respect for academic principles and culture, must be a top value of the candidate.

Application Procedure

Review of applications begins May 1, 2026 and continues until the position is filled. Interested applicants are asked to submit the below application materials via our Career Center Portal. If assistance is needed during the application process, please reach out to humanresources@augie.edu.

Cover letter

Statement of teaching philosophy

Copies of undergraduate & graduate transcripts

Curriculum vita

Three letters of reference

Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.