Aide - Piano Accompanist

Position Type:

Classified/Aide

Date Posted:

6/8/2026

Location:

Huntington Middle School

Closing Date:

Until Filled

 Additional Information:
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Location:

Huntington/Coweeman Middle School

Position Details: 2.25hrs, 8:15-9:15am at Huntington, 9:15-10:30am at Coweeman, 191 days/year.

Pay Range: PSE 1 Salary Schedule

Benefits:
This position is NOT eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Paid time off and other benefits are offered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 found HERE.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Play piano or assist with various musical groups as requested

* Assist students and/or staff as directed

* Willingness to participate in various after school activities, programs and/or trainings

* Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

* Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies

* Must have regular and consistent attendance

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Demonstrated ability to play/sight read choral music of various styles (classical, pop, jazz) on the piano

* Ability to effectively supervise sectionals of students

* Ability to work closely with the rhythm section when appropriate

* Ability to perform clerical duties involving the care and organization of music

* Ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures

* Ability to effectively supervise students in all school areas

* Ability to work with individuals and in small groups with students

* Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with parents and staff members

* Demonstrated ability to be a self-motivator towards assigned duties

* Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters appropriately and ethically

* Demonstrated ability to accept direction and constructive criticism

* Willingness to take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

* Demonstrated ability to efficiently operate common office machines and equipment used in a schools such as computer, copier, etc.

* Must be able to use proper grammar and spelling in written and oral communication

* Neat, clean personal appearance and personal traits that make him/her a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate for a professional and safe work environment

EDUCATION:

* High school diploma and/or equivalent; prior job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

* Perform all other duties as assigned

BARGAINING UNIT AFFILIATION:

* Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 (PSE
1)

RESPONSIBLE TO:

* School Principal

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code.

Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; holly.budge, ; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; gunnar.guttormsen,

For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact:
Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director;
Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; melissa.boudreau, ; or Mara Rinker, Registrar;
Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; mara.rinker, .

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