Accompanist

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.

• 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

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

• 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

• 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

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

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.

Keyboard and amplification knowledge

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.

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