Job Information
Saydel Community School District HS Color Guard Advisor in Des Moines, Iowa
HS Color Guard Advisor JobID: 266
Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/ Activity Sponsor
Date Posted:
4/8/2024
Location:
Saydel High School
Date Available:
7/1/2024
JOB TITLE: COLOR GUARD ADVISOR GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
As an assistant to the high school Band Director, the Color Guard instructor coordinates the preparations, exercises, and activities of the school marching band’s auxiliary unit. The instructor prepares and directs the unit for independent performance and competition, as well as for performances integrated within the larger marching band.
SPECIFIC DUTIES: The Color Guard Director will
• design color guard programs that effectively complement and enhance the visual and musical program.
• evaluate members' abilities and designs equipment carriage accordingly.
• work closely with the Marching Band Director and the other staff members to develop a visual program, including flag, uniform, and prop design.
• attend all rehearsals and performances, instructs members in fundamental and advanced dance, flag, and weapon techniques.
• teach members program material.
• choreograph, arrange, and implement color guard routine(s), both as an integrated part of the marching band (Field Show, Parade Routine, Stand Dances), and as an independent unit ( • coordinate the color guard rehearsal schedule with the full Marching Band.
• create rehearsal plans in cooperation with Marching Band Director.
• schedule and conduct extra rehearsals for the unit, in addition to the scheduled marching band rehearsals as needed.
• ensure the highest possible level of performance from the color guard members thorough a proper warm-up process, effective preparation, and attention to individual members.
• recruit potential color guard members while retaining current members.
• ensure that the color guard is properly equipped for rehearsals and performances.
• maintain a cooperative working relationship with the Athletic Director, Band Director, Percussion Director, Band staff, Band members, School Administration, Booster Organization, and Custodial Staff.
• manage all equipment necessary for rehearsals and performances including maintenance, repair, and acquisition recommendations.
• participate in a festival of music program planning as needed. •
recommend new property purchases within the budget allocations.
• establish communication with parents of color guard students and organize their efforts in support of the unit.
• other related duties, as assigned, to assist the Band Director prepare students for competitions and public appearances, including parades and reviews.