Color Guard

Reynoldsburg City School District • Reynoldsburg, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Reynoldsburg City Schools’ Color Guard Instructor is responsible for the instruction, choreography, and supervision of the Color Guard program within the Marching Band and Winterguard seasons. This role focuses on developing student technique in dance and equipment (flags, rifles, sabres) while ensuring a safe, disciplined, and artistically excellent performance environment that aligns with the district's extracurricular goals.

Requirements

• Valid State of Ohio Pupil Activity Permit (must maintain current CPR, First Aid, Concussion, and Sudden Cardiac Arrest certifications).
• Satisfactory results of state and federal (BCI/FBI) background checks.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of modern color guard trends and OMEA/WGI adjudication standards.
• Knowledge of Ohio school safety protocols and Pupil Activity Permit requirements.
• Skilled in choreography design.
• Skilled in equipment technique (flag/weapon).
• Skilled in effective group rehearsal management.
• Skilled in interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to motivate diverse groups of students.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and serve as a positive role model.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience choreographing for competitive marching band or winter guard circuits (e.g., OMEA, MEPA, WGI).
• Strong background in dance and equipment technique.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Band Director to select, design, and rehearse performance pieces that integrate with the marching band show.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum for technique in flag, rifle, and sabre, as well as dance and movement.
• Coordinate the booking of facilities and transportation for competitions and performances in alignment with district policy.
• Maintain accurate inventory of silks, poles, uniforms, and equipment; coordinate repairs or replacements as needed.
• Attend occasional booster meetings to coordinate equipment, travel, and fundraising needs.
• Maintain direct supervision and responsibility for students during all rehearsals, performances, and travel.
• Ensure all program and district policies, including student code of conduct and safety protocols, are strictly adhered to.
• Conduct a minimum of two after-school rehearsals per week and attend all scheduled performances (minimum 6) and adjudicated events (minimum 3).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED