Advisor - Color Guard Assistant Advisor (BHS/BMS)

Young World Physical Education; Bellingham (MA); On-site; USD 16,248 - 19,463; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend $1,600

Job summary

Bellingham Public School District in Bellingham, MA is seeking a Color Guard Assistant Advisor to support instruction, rehearsal planning, and supervision of performances. The role involves teaching color guard techniques and marching skills in coordination with the band program.

The position is stipend-based, with duties including directing practice sessions, games, parades and competitions. Experience with majorette routines is preferred, and adherence to district policies is required.

Qualifications

• Dedication to the service of youth.
• Demonstrated ability to relate favorably with students.
• Preferably a member of the High School teaching staff.
• Experience directing majorette activities.
• Knowledge of majorette routines and programs.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise practice sessions, games, performances, parades, pep rallies, competitions and meetings.
• Teach technical skills for guard equipment (baton, flag, hand flags, etc.).
• Choreograph moves for marching field show and parade events with the color guard coach.
• Teach marching skills to majorettes aligned with the band's system.
• Assist band director and color guard coach with marching lessons for the ensemble.
• Keep inventory of drill charts, uniforms and equipment.
• Maintain regular practice hours coordinated with band rehearsals.
• Supervise guard students at performances including football games and parades.
• Adhere to policies of the Bellingham School Committee.

Skills

Dedication to youth service

Relating to students

Education

High School teaching staff experience

Majorette activities experience

Majorette routines knowledge

Job description

Advisor - Color Guard Assistant Advisor (BHS/BMS)

Bellingham Public Schools, Bellingham High School – Bellingham, Massachusetts.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5794539
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Jul 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

BELLINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, BELLINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS

Title: Color Guard Assistant Advisor

Stipend Position: $1,600

Function: To assist with the responsibility for directing and supervising appropriate activities such as practice sessions, games, performances, parades, pep rallies, competitions and meetings. Directly responsible to the building principal.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Must be experienced with performing on equipment such as baton, flag, hand flags, dance, etc.
• Must be able to teach the technical skills for various guard equipment as required by the field show and needs of the ensemble.
• Must be able to work with color guard coach to choreograph moves for marching field show and parade events.
• Must be able to teach marching skills to majorettes consistent with the band’s system of marching and vocabulary.
• Should be willing to assist band director and color guard coach with marching lessons for entire ensemble.
• Must be organized to keep track of inventory such as drill charts, uniforms and equipment.
• Must keep regular practice hours every week in coordination with the band’s rehearsal times.
• Must be present to supervise and assist guard students at all performances including football games, parades, ceremonies, etc.
• Adheres to the adopted policies of the Bellingham School Committee.

Experience

• Preferably a member of the High School teaching staff.
• Experience in directing activities for majorettes.
• Knowledge of majorette routines and programs.

Qualifications

• Dedication to the service of youth.
• Demonstrated ability to relate favorably with students.

• Position Type: Stipend
• Salary: $1,600 to $1,600 Stipend
• Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Contact Information

• Lisa Surrette
• 4 Mechanic Street
• Bellingham, Massachusetts 02019
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]