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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 ...

Village of Mundelein

Crossing Guard

Mundelein, IL · On-site

$23/hr

Direct and control children at designated crossings, crossing in groups, and utilizing traffic ... Village of Mundelein does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color ...

School District 83

Crossing Guard

Northlake, IL · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

Using appropriate signs, lanterns, hand signals and flags, they direct vehicular and pedestrian ... color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a color guard director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Color Guard Director, you need expertise in choreography, teaching dance or flag technique, and experience in performance instruction—typically supported by a background in color guard, dance, or related performing arts. Familiarity with music editing software, drill design programs, and safety standards is often required. Leadership, creativity, effective communication, and organizational skills are essential soft skills for motivating students and managing schedules. These abilities ensure the team delivers polished, synchronized performances and fosters a positive learning environment.

What is a color guard director?

A Color Guard Director is responsible for leading and managing a color guard team, which performs choreographed routines with flags, rifles, and other equipment, often as part of a marching band or at special events. The director creates routines, teaches techniques, organizes practices, and coordinates performances. They also oversee the selection of team members, costumes, music, and equipment. The director plays a crucial role in fostering teamwork, discipline, and showmanship within the group.

What are some common challenges faced by color guard directors when coordinating with marching band staff?

Color Guard Directors often encounter challenges in aligning their vision and choreography with the overall marching band show design. Effective communication and collaboration with band directors, drill writers, and music arrangers are essential to ensure a cohesive performance. Balancing rehearsal schedules, managing equipment needs, and integrating color guard routines within tight timelines can also be demanding. Successful directors foster teamwork and adaptability to create a unified and engaging show.
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Color Guard Coach

Community Unit School District 300

Carpentersville, IL • On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description


2026 - 2027 School Year
Position Description:
The Hampshire High School Marching Band is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Color Guard Coach. Applicant must have performing and teaching experience in flag work at a high school level (time in collegiate, winter guard, or drum corps is highly recommended). Applicant must be able to choreograph and teach flag work for students at varying levels of experience, organize and coach weekly sectionals with student leadership, and collaborate and take direction from head band director and/or other staff and parent organizations.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:







  • Minimum of one year of coaching experience in color guard or related areas is highly preferred. Experience in Drum Core and/or collegiate level is required.
  • Ability to coach students at varying levels of experience and adapt instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Choreograph and teach flag work effectively, ensuring students are well-prepared for performances.
  • Organize and coach weekly sectionals with student leadership to enhance skill development and teamwork.
  • Collaborate and take direction from the head band director and other staff to align color guard activities with the marching band's goals.
  • Communicate with band director and/or Athletic Director to secure facilities for weekly practices.
  • Enhance, improve, and maximize students' athletic skills required to compete at a high level.
  • Assist in fundraising efforts, organization of equipment, and other tasks directed to maximize achievement of students and ensemble.
  • Organizes and oversees specific program levels or areas of responsibility.
  • Supports the philosophy, programmatic instruction of sequential fundamentals, and proper conditioning communicated by the head coach.
  • Communicates and plan with the head coach practice sessions and competition strategies to ensure the health and physical well-being of the student participants.
  • Assist the band director in planning for seasonal performances and events.
  • Assures that all student participants at his/her program level are in compliance with D300 and IHSA requirements including current athletic physical, Code of Conduct, fees paid, and is academically eligible, prior to practice, tryout, and competition.
  • Models and instills the values of sportsmanship and fair play to all participants, and enforces consequences for breach of such standards.
  • Attends all student-athlete practices, and games, and monitors proper supervision at all practices, games, and on school-provided transportation.
  • Maintains and provides the head coach with end-of-season individual and team records and statistics.
  • Participate in a mandatory preseason camp, parent meetings, performances, and other events to foster communication and support from the community.
  • Assists the head coach in planning for the seasonal recognition program.
  • Facilitate the orderly distribution and upkeep of uniforms and equipment
  • Engages in personal professional development activities.
  • Other Duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director

 
Application Procedures:
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Selection Process:
Applicants will be reviewed by the Athletic Director or hiring supervisor.
 







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