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Illinois School District U-46

Color Guard Instructor

Elgin, IL · On-site

$26 - $35.50/hr

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 ...

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What is the difference between Band Instructor vs Music Teacher?

AspectBand InstructorMusic Teacher
CredentialsMusic degree, teaching certification often preferredMusic degree, teaching certification often required
Work EnvironmentSchool band programs, community bands, music campsClassroom settings, private lessons, schools
Employer & IndustrySchools, community organizations, music programsSchools, private studios, educational institutions

While both roles involve teaching music, a Band Instructor primarily focuses on directing and training school or community bands, often working with multiple instruments and ensemble coordination. A Music Teacher may teach individual or group lessons across various instruments or general music classes. The roles overlap in credentials and work environments but differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Band Instructor job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Band - Woodwinds Instructor

South Holland, IL • On-site

Thornton Township High School District 205
Education • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities
Date Posted:
5/22/2026
Location:
Thornridge High School
(High-Needs School)
Closing Date:
07/31/2026
Woodwinds Band Instructor:
A member of the comprehensive overall Thornridge High School Band Program Including Marching Band, Drumline, Chamber Ensembles, and Beginning Bands. The Woodwind band Instructor will provide administrative, developmental and sequential support to all Woodwind musicians in the band program. The director will have the necessary skills to provide a well-rounded rehearsals and performance schedules. He or she will have leadership skills to maintain a quality environment for the success of all band student. Also he or she will have the public relationship skills to ensure an inclusive relationship with faculty, staff, parental and community involvement and other responsibilities as discussed and aligned with the Band Director, Activities Director and Administration.

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