Marching Band Winter Color Guard Director

HARDING HIGH SCHOOL; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 4,500 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Marion City Schools in Marion, OH seeks a Winter Color Guard Director to lead, motivate, and develop students in the marching band program. The role is a supplemental contract for the winter season, requiring PASP certification, CPR/First Aid, and strong coaching knowledge.

You will coordinate practices, manage equipment, and collaborate with staff, boosters, and parents to uphold high standards. Responsibilities include scheduling, safety oversight, and ensuring ethical conduct and community

Qualifications

• PASP permit and state coaching credentials required.
• CPR and First Aid/Health Safety certifications required.
• Strong knowledge of the marching band/color guard activity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the Winter marching band color guard program.
• Organize practices, schedules, and coordination with staff and boosters.
• Maintain equipment inventory and ensure safety during activities.
• Communicate clearly with students, parents, and administration.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Child development awareness

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Education

PASP – Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit

Fundamentals of Coaching

Concussion Education

Valid CPR Certification

First Aid/Health Safety

Activity knowledge

Job description

Marching Band Winter Color Guard Director

Job Description

MARION CITY SCHOOLS

September 9, 2026

SUPPLEMENTAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Anticipated Opening for Fall 2026-2027 School Year

Position:

Fall Marching Band Color Guard Director – Range VII - Harding

Time Schedule:

Winter Season

Salary Rate or Ratio:

Salary/Stipend

Reports to:

Principal/Designee

Employment Status:

Supplemental Contract

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Description:

To lead, promote, and facilitate students to achieve maximum potential in the chosen activity by instilling ethical values, teamwork and a winning attitude. To organize and coordinate practices and meetings by utilizing all available resources to promote and teach the fundamentals of the activity.

Qualifications:

• PASP – Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit issued by The Ohio Department of Education, which includes:
• Fundamentals of Coaching
• Concussion Education
• Valid CPR Certification
• First Aide/Health Safety
• A thorough knowledge of the activity that is being taught
• Alternative to the above qualifications as superintendent and/or board of education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• An extensive knowledge and background of the activity that he/she is coaching
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of child development and an understanding of age appropriate tasks
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, parents and students
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships

Essential Functions:

• Exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgment
• Responsible for submission of the student roster by April 1 or by end of the season to the EMIS secretary. Must include local seal requirements by student.
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations (i.e. emergencies, employee/parent concerns)
• Ensure the safety of students
• Set a good moral and ethical example for students, the student body, and community
• Work cooperatively with the Boosters to better the music program
• Follow board policies
• Conduct oneself in an ethical manner during contests and practices
• Set up practice schedules
• Notify parents of students needing medical attention, refer for a physical and keep records of injury
• Responsible for all equipment and inventory
• Responsible for handing out, collecting, cleaning and storage of equipment
• Set up itineraries and bus schedule for contests or performances
• Be present at all practices and contests or have a designated coach in charge until all students have left the field or building
• Cooperate with other coaches to develop a total music program
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Work cooperatively with the teaching staff, administration and parents

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up scouting and schedules
• Completely discuss procedures and responsibilities with all assistants
• Assist in planning special events
• Attend Student Open House
• Make decisions on all music awards and conduct player voting for awards required
• Inform all students of their rights and procedures if they are denied participation or dismissed from the squad
• Keep abreast of new techniques and innovations by attending clinics and reading material
• Be involved and attend Music Boosters meetings
• Promote the program to the parents, community, and students
• Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training of assistants
• Assist in the collection of required student forms, pay-to-participate fees, etc.
• Maintain appropriate licenses/endorsements and training hours as required
• Adhere to all standards established by the Ohio Department of Education for Licensed Educators
• Refer suspected cases of child abuse immediately to the appropriate child protective services/law enforcement agency as mandated by state law and Board of Education policy
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal

Additional Working Conditions:

• After school and possible weekend work
• Lift, carry, push, and pull various supplies and materials up to a maximum of 50 pounds

NOTE: The above lists are not ranked in order of importance.

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.

Marion City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
it is the policy of the Marion City Schools Board of Education that the best-qualified applicant shall be selected for each position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, political affiliation, disabling or military status. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to participate in activities involved in the position or program for which application has been made.

Job ID: 5919712

Application Deadline: Nov 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Todd Schneider , Principal
• HARDING HIGH SCHOOL
• Email: [e-mail]