Color Guard Director
Cleburne Independent School District, Cleburne, TX, United States
Job Title:
Color Guard Director
Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt
Reports to:
Principal
Days:
207
Dept./School:
Assigned Campus
Date Revised: 04/10/2026
Primary Purpose In coordination with the band director, manage the high school color guard program. Provide instruction to high school students enrolled in the color guard program.
Qualifications Education/Certification If Certified
Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of overall operation of color guard program and University Interscholastic League (UIL) policy and rule governing color guard competition
Ability to choreograph, demonstrate, and teach movement
Ability to work with students
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience
3 years dance, drill team, or color guard instructor experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties Program Coordination
Choreograph, arrange, and implement color guard routines as an integrated part of the marching band and as an independent unit.
Instruct high school color guard performers in marching band, competitions, and in solo and ensemble events.
Schedule rehearsals and events for competitions.
Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student's eligibility to participate in color guard.
Conduct new student try-outs and make fair and consistent decisions.
Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
Student Achievement and Discipline
Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Supervise students during practices, performances, competitions, and associated travel.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and staff.
Keep the band director informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Communicate with parents and organize their efforts to support the color guard.
Enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Management and Organization
Maintain neat and orderly facilities and rehearsal areas.
Maintain inventory of and care for equipment, costumes, and supplies; oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storage.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
Other
Comply with policies and regulations established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Tools/Equipment Used: Copier, personal computer, and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking/marching
Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds)
Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise. Occasional statewide and overnight travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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Color Guard Director
Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt
Reports to:
Principal
Days:
207
Dept./School:
Assigned Campus
Date Revised: 04/10/2026
Primary Purpose In coordination with the band director, manage the high school color guard program. Provide instruction to high school students enrolled in the color guard program.
Qualifications Education/Certification If Certified
Bachelor's degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of overall operation of color guard program and University Interscholastic League (UIL) policy and rule governing color guard competition
Ability to choreograph, demonstrate, and teach movement
Ability to work with students
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience
3 years dance, drill team, or color guard instructor experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties Program Coordination
Choreograph, arrange, and implement color guard routines as an integrated part of the marching band and as an independent unit.
Instruct high school color guard performers in marching band, competitions, and in solo and ensemble events.
Schedule rehearsals and events for competitions.
Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student's eligibility to participate in color guard.
Conduct new student try-outs and make fair and consistent decisions.
Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
Student Achievement and Discipline
Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Supervise students during practices, performances, competitions, and associated travel.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and staff.
Keep the band director informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Communicate with parents and organize their efforts to support the color guard.
Enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Management and Organization
Maintain neat and orderly facilities and rehearsal areas.
Maintain inventory of and care for equipment, costumes, and supplies; oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storage.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
Other
Comply with policies and regulations established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Tools/Equipment Used: Copier, personal computer, and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking/marching
Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds)
Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise. Occasional statewide and overnight travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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