Middle School Accompanist

Accompanist

Under close supervision, provides piano accompaniment for rehearsals, performances, and special events for assigned choral programs. Assists instructors with music preparation, student rehearsals, clerical support, and coordination of music-related activities.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required. Preferred but not required:
  Bachelor's degree or higher in Music Education or Piano Performance
• Oklahoma Certification for Music Education
• Experience:
  
  One year of experience as an accompanist for soloists or choral groups preferred

Skills:

• Advanced piano performance skills and accurate sight-reading ability
• Knowledge of music theory, musical styles, keyboard literature, and standard performance procedures
• Ability to transpose and transcribe music
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to operate office equipment including a computer and assigned software

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide piano accompaniment for soloists and choral groups at rehearsals, festivals, competitions, and special performances, including evening and weekend events
• Consult with instructors regarding technical music decisions, discrepancies in scores, and errors in printed music; transpose and transcribe music as needed
• Prepare music materials for classroom use, including copying and organizing parts, duplicating or recording vocal tracks, and editing music as needed
• Rehearse and tutor individual students or small groups; reinforce proper musical and vocal techniques
• Assist in communicating musical theory and concepts to students
• Consult with instructors regarding upcoming activities; research and assist in planning appropriate music selections
• Assist in coordinating and participating in student group activities related to music education
• Rehearse with guest musicians and arrange or chart music as needed
• Maintain a categorized library of sheet music and audio recordings
• Perform general clerical duties including assisting with paperwork, maintaining records, correcting student work as assigned, and operating office equipment and assigned software

Essential Behavior:

• Ability to use sound judgment in any situation
• Ability to respond appropriately to direction and changing assignments
• Ability to project a professional district image through in-person, phone, and electronic interaction
• Ability to build and foster harmonious rapport and work cooperatively with District staff, students, and the public while achieving the objectives and goals of the position
• Ability to handle problematic and/or difficult situations professionally by communicating with the appropriate person

Attendance Statement:

Able to be in attendance for assigned responsibilities with 95% attendance.

Environmental Conditions:

Classroom environment. Indoor and outdoor performances. Evening and variable hours may be required.

Physical Standards:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.