26/27 Specialist-Marching Band, Durango High School
General Description
As a specialist to the high school Band Director, you will coordinate the preparations, exercises, and instruct all sections. You will prepare and direct the unit for independent performance and competition, as well as for performances integrated within the larger marching band. You will act as the visionary expert for the respective ensemble and be responsible for all elements of running the brass section. You will assist the Marching Band staff with the complete choreography and teaching of the marching band specific to the brass section routine for each performance. Teach and choreograph the routine for performance. Provide added adult supervision/teaching duties on all extended day performances and competitions, including weekends. Attend band camp rehearsals and all performances, including the band trip, football games, festivals, adjudications, and parades. Attend additional color guard-only practices as needed. Organize the design/selection/ordering of color guard show uniforms and other apparel. Work with the band director in ordering instruments, supplies. Oversee the equipment and equipment preparation.
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid CHSAA Certification, or Colorado Teaching Certificate/License
- Fundamental knowledge of band/percussion
- Experience working with related school aged students
- Current medical injury treatment course work