Color Guard Instructor - Marching Band

Color Guard Instructor - The Ledyard (HS) Colonel Marching Band Job Summary

The Color Guard Instructor teaches and refines the visual and equipment performance of the color guard section. This part‑time, seasonal role operates on an extracurricular stipend and reports directly to the Color Guard Director. The instructor integrates the color guard with the marching band to maximize the show’s overall visual effect, storytelling, and competitive scores.

• High school diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred.
• Previous Color Guard experience (e.g., DCI, WGI, college, or top‑tier high school program) preferred.
• Experience with modern pageantry arts dance, choreography, and marching techniques preferred.

• Conduct daily warm‑ups and teach fundamental spins, tosses, catches, and body carriage to students of all skill levels.
• Teach routines for flag, rifle, sabre, and any specialized props used throughout the competitive field show.
• Instruct modern dance, ballet fundamentals, and expressive body movements that match the musical phrasing.
• Read coordinate sheets or drill apps to position the guard on the field, ensuring proper spacing and staging relative to the band.
• Work with the Color Guard Director to execute the vision of the program.
• Attendance is expected for all scheduled rehearsals and performances; absences may be approved with advanced notice at the discretion of the Marching Band Director.
• Perform other duties related to the marching band program as assigned by the Marching Band Director or Color Guard Director.

Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.