Accompanist

Position Type:

Hourly

Date Posted:

7/15/2025

Location:

Central Office-Curriculum

Closing Date:

Until filledPosition: Piano Accompanist/Collaborative Pianist

Supervisor: Teacher/Principal

General Job Description:

To provide piano accompaniment to the school choral program. To provide musical and collaborative input to and with the local music programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Proficiently demonstrates a vast understanding of their instrument
Can play the piano at a high level of proficiency
Can successfully follow and play music scores
Is comfortable playing parts ranging from one line to 4 part open vocal score
Comfortable sight reading at a high level
Feel comfortable running sectional rehearsals when necessary
Can commit to performances outside of the school day

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Work under supervision of certified teacher(s) and principal.
Support in the preparation for program and classroom activities.
Work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
Assist in the implementation of program goals and objectives.
Be familiar with the teacher's lesson plans and assist teachers in reinforcing teacher-planned lessons for the students.
Be generally familiar with textbooks and course content
Have knowledge of the home language of the students
Follow district and school procedures
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: High School diploma or GED. Perform selection of music as deemed necessary by director.

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired. The following may be required: Sitting, standing, reaching, squatting, kneeling, prolonged playing, physical ability to play on piano, and moving light furniture.

Equipment/Technology Handled: Keyboard and amplification knowledge

Work Environment: : Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work may be required.

Terms of Employment: Hourly