Accompanist

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
• Feel 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