Part-Time Color Guard Instructor

Job Title: Part-Time Color Guard Instructor

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Head Band Director/Principal

Pay Grade: Admin/Prof-2

Dept./School: High School Campus

Work Calendar: 187 Days

Date Revised: 4.17.2026

Qualified candidate eligible for $10,000 stipend.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

In coordination with the band director, manage the high school color guard program. Provide instruction to high school students enrolled in the color guard program. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• High School diploma/GED equivalent
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of overall operation of color guard program and University Interscholastic League (UIL) policy and rule governing color guard competition
• Ability to choreograph, demonstrate, and teach movement
• Ability to work with students
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• One-year dance, drill team, or color guard instructor experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Program Coordination

1. Choreograph, arrange, and implement color guard routines as an integrated part of the marching band and as an independent unit. 
2. Instruct high school color guard performers in marching band, competitions, and in solo and ensemble events.
3. Schedule rehearsals and events for competitions.
4. Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in color guard.
5. Actively recruit new participants at the high school and middle school level.
6. Conduct new student try-outs and make fair and consistent decisions.
7. Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.

Student Achievement and Discipline

1. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
2. Supervise students during practices, performances, competitions, and associated travel.
3. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and staff.
4. Keep band director informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
5. Communicate with parents and organize their efforts to support the color guard.
6. Enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Management and Organization

1. Maintain neat and orderly facilities and rehearsal areas.
2. Maintain inventory of and care for equipment, costumes, and supplies; oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storage.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.

Other

1. Comply with policies and regulations established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
2. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
3. Maintain confidentiality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Tools/Equipment Used: Copier, personal computer, and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking/marching

Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds)

Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise. Occasional statewide and overnight travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Salary : $25,245 - $35,257