Color Guard Specialist For

Position Type:

Teacher Assistant/COLOR GUARD SPECIALIST

Date Posted:

5/7/2024

Location:

South Garland High School

Job Title: Color Guard Specialist Exemption Status/Test: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Head Band Director/Director of Fine Arts

Dept. /School: Fine Arts

Pay Grade P16 Min: $150.38 Mid: $184.50

Days: 186

Primary Purpose:

The Color Guard Specialist will rehearse and instruct our high school marching band color guard students. Each specialist will report directly to the head high school band director to whom he/she is assigned. The specialist's responsibilities and duties are listed below: Direct and manage the overall high school color guard program. Provide students with an opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and district requirements. Plan activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in overseeing a successful color guard program

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of the overall operation of the color guard program and competition structure

Ability to design and provide creative input toward the implementation of color guard performances, including equipment performances (i.e., flag, sabre, and rifle)

Providing choreography and musical design for shows and performances

General knowledge of marching band

Vision and ability to lead and maintain a cutting-edge program with artistic vision and direction

Ability to manage budget

Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing color guard

Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data

Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Direct high school color guard performers in marching band, spring indoor competition, and solos and ensemble events.

Maintain a cooperative working relationship with Campus Administrators, Band director, Band members, and all Band staff.

Instruct and prepare color guard students for all marching band performances through creative design, choreography, and implementation.

Assist the campus band directors in overseeing the day to day duties and operations of the color guard students.

Assist in implementing plans for recruitment and retention of students.

Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student's eligibility to participate in color guard,

Provide for participation in extracurricular events as an extension of the band program. These may include athletic events, pep rallies, parades, and UIL activities.

Attend all rehearsals and performances.

Assist the band director in arranging transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.

Comply with federal and state laws, UIL rules, and board policy in the extracurricular area.

Support band booster club activities.

Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.

Recommend policies to improve the program.

Ensure that programs are cost-effective and funds are well-managed.

Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.

Assist the head band director in the coordination of fundraising activities and managing funds.

Ensures that the color guard is properly equipped for rehearsals and performances.

Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within the program.

Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing of equipment.

Develop and implement plans for the color guard program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of the students assigned.

Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and the student handbook.

Accompany and supervise students on all out-of-town trips.

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance to ensure a consistent focus on student learning.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals; school bus operation; safety equipment; fire extinguisher; radio communication equipment.

Posture: Ability to sit for prolonged periods; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual sitting and reaching; repetitive hand and arm motions

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Frequent prolonged and irregular hours, rotating early and late shift work; work outside and inside

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Inquiries to: Joseph Figarelli, Director, Fine Arts