Colorguard/Dance Instructor Winchester, VA

Shenandoah University; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah University is seeking a dedicated Colorguard/Dance Instructor for its Marching Band, responsible for leading the Colorguard/Dance section through instructional duties including movement techniques, choreography creation, and rehearsal management. This one-year contract position offers the opportunity to influence student performance success and develop leadership within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience with instructing movement and flag techniques.
• Ability to choreograph for Colorguard/Dance performances.
• Must attend all band camps, rehearsals, and performances.

Responsibilities

• Instruct the Colorguard/Dance section on flag work and choreography.
• Develop movement techniques for performances and rehearsals.
• Assist with the leadership development of Colorguard/Dance members.

Skills

Movement techniques

Flag work

Choreography

Leadership skills

Job description

The Shenandoah University Marching Band is searching for a Colorguard/Dance Instructor. This is a one-year contract stipend position that reports to the Director of Athletic Bands and Colorguard/Dance Coordinator. The Colorguard/Dance Instructor will be responsible for instructing the Colorguard/Dance section of the Shenandoah University Marching Band.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to developing movement techniques, writing flag work and choreography for performances, and assisting with band rehearsals.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Director of Athletic Bands, instructional staff, and student leadership to ensure that each student achieves success in a positive and constructive manner.
• Attendance at camp, rehearsals, and performances.
• Instruction of fundamental techniques for movement, flag work, and weapons.
• Oversee the rehearsals of the Colorguard/Dance in sections and full band settings.
• Assist with teaching movement and choreography to Colorguard/Dance members.
• Assist with developing student leadership skills within the Colorguard/Dance section.
• Choreograph all movement, flag, weapon, and pom utilization for the Colorguard/Dance section.
• Manage equipment and communicate any needs for student success.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletic Bands.