Entry Level Color Guard Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Coaching
Date Posted:
6/2/2026
Location:
Englewood High School
Date Available:
07/01/2026
Closing Date:
06/06/2026
EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 school year
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Color Guard Instructor is responsible for attending and actively participating in all rehearsals, performances, competitions, and related activities. This position works collaboratively with the Band Director to develop and implement choreography, instructional strategies, and rehearsal plans to support student growth and excellence in performance. Responsibilities include teaching routines and performance techniques, leading daily instructional activities, coordinating performance schedules, and fostering a positive, inclusive, and disciplined learning environment. The instructor also serves as a representative of the program by developing and maintaining positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and community stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and maintain a positive, disciplined, and inclusive learning environment that promotes teamwork, leadership, responsibility, and student achievement within the color guard program.
• Plan and implement engaging rehearsals that develop performance skills, creativity, confidence, and technical proficiency in color guard techniques and choreography.
• Collaborate with band directors, instructional staff, and specialists to support student growth and ensure alignment with overall program goals and performance expectations.
• Provide differentiated instruction and individualized support to meet the needs of all performers, including advanced and developing students.
• Promote an environment that respects each student's dignity and is perceived as fair, consistent, and supportive.
• Organize rehearsals, performances, travel logistics, equipment management, and related program responsibilities effectively and efficiently.
• Motivate, engage, and empower students to take ownership of their individual and team performance goals.
• Provide constructive, specific, corrective, and timely feedback to support continuous improvement and high-level performance.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and stakeholders regarding schedules, expectations, performances, and student progress.
• Utilize technology and communication platforms, including websites, social media, and digital tools, to support program communication and engagement.
• Establish positive rapport with students, staff, parents, and community members to encourage collaboration and proactive problem-solving.
• Actively participate in staff meetings, rehearsals, performances, competitions, clinics, and professional development opportunities.
• Apply and implement current instructional strategies, performance techniques, and safety practices to enhance the color guard program's success.
• Advocate for and lead initiatives that support student growth, school spirit, performance excellence, and program development.
• Follow professional standards, district policies, and the Code of Ethics to guide responsible and ethical decision-making.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Possible supervision of support personnel.
Conduct supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, participating in interviews, training/development, assigning and directing work, providing performance feedback, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
• Create and implement effective, efficient process-management strategies (e.g., procedures, instructional groups, transition materials, and supplies).
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy.
• Review processes for opportunities for improvement and make changes as needed to ensure instructional quality.

The education/training/experience, license/certification, general expectations, physical demands, and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
Previous Color Guard coaching experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree.
Master's degree (preferred).
English fluency will be determined through the interview process and licensure.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Colorado Driver's License.
Valid ACEP (American Coaching Effectiveness Program) Certification/CHSAA (Colorado High School Activities Association) Certification.
Valid CPR and First Aid Certification (preferred).
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds.
Occasional lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds.
Frequent sitting, bending, walking, and standing.
Occasional stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment is high-energy and may often appear chaotic.
Mostly clean and comfortable.
REPORTS TO:
Band Director or designee.
LOCATION:
Englewood High School
SALARY:
Hourly rate: $27.19 - $29.25 per hour, based on negotiated agreement and prior related experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
CLOSING DATE:
This position will close 06/06/2026.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.
This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.
In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and Colorado law, Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, family composition, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment, if it rises to the level described in state law, is a prohibited form of discrimination. To review Title IX policies and procedures, please click here. Inquiries or complaints may be referred to Dr. Rana Razzaque, Director of Opportunity, Access & Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator, 4101 S. Bannock St., Englewood, CO 80110, 303-806-2004 or may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 950 17th St., Suite 300, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 825, Denver, CO 80202.