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Illinois School District U-46

Color Guard Instructor

Elgin, IL · On-site

$26 - $35.50/hr

Color Guard Bargaining Unit: NAC Department/Location: HS Activities Calendar Days: N/A Reports To ... For Non-ETA Coaches: this position is for this year only. * Terms of employment will be determined ...

Crowley ISD

2026-27 Color Guard Instructor

Crowley, TX

$23K/mo

As an assistant to the Director of Bands, act as the visionary expert for the Color Guard program. Be responsible for all elements of running the Color Guard program both during marching band and the ...

Crowley ISD

2026-27 Color Guard Instructor

Crowley, TX

$23K/mo

As an assistant to the Director of Bands, act as the visionary expert for the Color Guard program. Be responsible for all elements of running the Color Guard program both during marching band and the ...

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Assistant Color Guard Coaches support the head coach in training and guiding color guard teams, typically in high school or college marching bands. They help teach routines, choreography, flag and equipment handling, and ensure members perform safely and effectively. Assistant coaches may also assist with rehearsals, provide feedback to students, and help organize performances and competitions. Their role is crucial in helping the team develop skills, teamwork, and confidence throughout the season.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an assistant color guard coach?

To thrive as an Assistant Color Guard Coach, you need expertise in color guard techniques, choreography, and a background in dance or marching band, often supplemented by experience in coaching or instructing. Familiarity with instructional tools like metronomes, drill design software, and music editing programs is valuable. Leadership, strong communication, and motivational skills help you engage and inspire students while fostering teamwork. These skills ensure effective training, strong performance outcomes, and a positive learning environment for team members.

How does an assistant color guard coach typically collaborate with the head coach and the team during a performance season?

An Assistant Color Guard Coach works closely with the head coach to design routines, teach choreography, and organize rehearsals. They often provide individualized feedback to team members, help with equipment management, and support the development of technical skills. Collaboration involves regular meetings with the head coach to align on goals and strategies, as well as working directly with students to ensure consistency and motivation. Additionally, assistant coaches help coordinate logistics for performances and competitions, fostering a positive and team-oriented environment.
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Color Guard Instructor

Illinois School District U-46

Elgin, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Appendix F - Extra Duty/Non-Coaching
Date Posted:
7/14/2026
Location:
Elgin High School
Date Available:
08/27/2026
Closing Date:
06/01/2027
Position / Title: Color Guard
Bargaining Unit: NAC
Department/Location: HS Activities
Calendar Days: N/A
Reports To: Marching Band Director/Building Athletic/Activities Director
JD Revision Date: 12/11/2023
Supervises: N/A
Function / Position Summary
To help build and maintain a high-quality high school color guard program, focusing on best-practice, student-focused instruction and coordinating with the marching band to provide opportunities for students.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
  • Implement researched-based instructional strategies that engage all students, differentiating to accommodate a range of ability levels, and acknowledging a variety of cultural backgrounds in order to support student learning and growth.
  • Communicate budget and spending needs with the Marching Band Director.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, students, administrators, teacher colleagues, and community leaders.
  • Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivate students to work to their highest potential.
  • Maintain equipment associated with the focus area.
  • Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
  • Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  • Cultivate a positive, harassment free, instructional culture which motivates students through the use of effective communication and constructive feedback.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, appropriate student handbook, and band syllabus/handbook conduct regulations.
  • 40 hours of summer band camps/rehearsals
  • 20 hours of after-school/Saturday rehearsals
  • 20 hours of specialized rehearsals in focus area
  • Provide/create specialized instructional materials/exercises/choreography
  • All home football games, as scheduled
  • Attend all road playoff games as applicable.
  • 2 district or regional marching band festivals or competitions
  • 2 school- or municipality-sponsored events
  • Attendance at Freshman Orientation and incoming 8th Grade Night, as applicable.
  • Maintain equipment and instrument inventory.

Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, emphasis in Instrumental-Band preferred
  • Illinois Professional Educators License with K-12 music endorsement preferred
  • Comparable coursework and/or previous experience teaching color guard

Experience / Knowledge
  • Strong musical skills required.
  • Previous marching band and color guard experience required.
  • Previous instructional experience preferred.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback, and to conduct conferences as needed with parents, students, administrators, or other teachers.
  • Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.
  • Display courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.
  • Maintain appropriate confidentiality.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
  • Ability and willingness to learn and refresh job skills through professional development in order to meet the changing needs of this position.
  • Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent unscheduled interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
  • Spanish language skills preferred.
  • 3-5 years of advanced high school/college marching band or drum corps experience preferred.

Physical Demands
  • Must be physically able to maintain the demands of an active high school color guard program (i.e. performances, parades, equipment moves, etc.).
  • Occasionally requires working in warm temperatures, including outdoors and under stage lights.
  • Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, or carry heavy materials or equipment, including chairs, music stands, podiums, and other related equipment.
  • Occasionally requires climbing a ladder/podium to conduct and view the field.
  • Must work in noisy and crowded environments.
  • Public contact requiring appropriate business-like apparel.

Terms of Employment
  • This is an Appendix F stipend position in accordance to the school year calendar.
  • For Non-ETA Coaches: this position is for this year only.
  • Terms of employment will be determined in collaboration with the athletic/activity director.

Attachment(s):
  • ETA Appendix F SY 23-27.pdf

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