Color Guard Instructor

Bay Area Christian School • League City, TX

223d

About The Position

The Color Guard Instructor will assist the Band Director in coordinating the preparations, exercises, and activities of the school marching band's auxiliary unit, the Color Guard. The Instructor prepares and directs the unit for independent performance and competition and for performances integrated within the larger marching band. The position is seasonal and exempt, with a stipend of $3,250.00 for band camp and the fall football season. The preferred start date is 7/31/25 to prepare for camp, with Band Camp scheduled from 7/28/25 through 8/8/25.

Requirements

• Availability to work during Band Camp is required
• Availability to work during scheduled rehearsals and performances is required
• Background in marching band auxiliary performance required
• Previous Color Guard experience required
• Experience in composing and choreographing routines for the various color guard units is required
• Experience working with school-aged students required, preferably at the high school level
• Background in performing with a drum corps, university marching, or military organization preferred
• Professionalism in appearance and demeanor
• Friendliness and an outgoing, hospitable attitude
• Clear and effective communication
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations and interactions
• Demonstrates skills essential to the position
• Makes good work-related decisions while learning quickly
• Faithful in being present on the job and in conforming to the work hours agreed upon with the supervisor

Nice To Haves

• Background in performing with a drum corps, university marching, or military organization preferred

Responsibilities

• Reflect the purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ in every activity
• Choreograph, arrange, and implement Color Guard routines as an integrated part of the marching band
• Design Color Guard programs that effectively complement and enhance the visual and musical program
• Attend all rehearsals and performances to instruct Color Guard members in fundamental and advanced dance and flag techniques
• Evaluate the abilities of members and design the equipment carriage accordingly
• Work closely with the Band Director and other staff members to develop a visual program
• Teach members the program material
• Coordinate the Color Guard rehearsal schedule with the full Band
• Create rehearsal plans in cooperation with the Band Director
• Schedule and conduct extra rehearsals for the unit, in addition to the scheduled marching band rehearsals, as needed
• Ensure the highest possible level of performance from the Color Guard members through a proper warm-up process, effective preparation, and attention to individual members
• Recruit potential Color Guard members while retaining current members
• Ensure that the Color Guard is properly equipped for rehearsals and performances
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with the Athletic Director, Fine Arts Director, Band Director, Assistant Band Director, Band staff, Band members, School Administration, School staff, and community members
• Manage all equipment necessary for rehearsals and performances
• Participate in spring semester program planning, as needed
• Establish communication with parents of Color Guard students and organize their efforts in support of the unit
• Other related duties to prepare students for competitions and public appearances, as assigned by the Band Director

Benefits

• Stipend of $3,250.00 for band camp and the fall football season

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees