Music Assistant 29390

Twin Peaks Middle School- 6 hours a day/30 hours a week/9.5 months worked. Benefits Eligible

Applications will be screened, and those candidates whose backgrounds best match the requirements of the position will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process, which may include any combination of the following:
Training & Experience evaluation (T&E), multiple-choice question test, job-related performance exercise, and technical/ oral appraisal interview. Examination procedures are subject to change as deemed necessary by the Director of the Personnel Commission.

Candidates who pass all of the examination processes are ranked on an eligibility list according to their score(s). Selection for the position will be made from among the top three (3) ranks of candidates. The eligibility list will be used for hiring purposes in other vacancies in the same, or equivalent, job classification and will be active for six (6) months (Merit Rule 50.100.1).

Candidates who possess a valid and current CA teaching credential OR who possess a Bachelor's Degree AND have passed the CBEST will be placed at Step 6 of the salary range designated for this classification.

We will not accept applications after the deadline.

Under the direction of the Band Director, provide instruction to students in assigned music classes; conduct warm-up sessions and rehearsals; transpose and arrange music.

A Music Assistant provides classroom assistance to the music instructor as well as instructional direction to music students in an instrumental music program at a secondary school in the District. Standard employment is on a part-time basis on days that school is in session. Some evening and weekend performances may be required. An Accompanist is required to be a musician with excellent piano training, experience, and capability.

His/her assignments are located at secondary schools within the District. Standard employment is on a part-time basis on days that school is in session. Some evening and weekend performances may be required. The Instructional Assistant Music Assistant supports the instruction and reinforcement of musical concepts and instrumentation to individuals and groups of students, and performs clerical duties.

• Provide instruction to students in assigned instrumental music classes, reinforcing it individually, in sections, or large groups; coordinate section coaches.
• Conduct warm-up sessions to prepare students for rehearsal. Conduct full rehearsals and assist students with ear training, rhythm recognition, and explain musical concepts and ideas as needed. Provide instruction on multiple wind, string, and percussion instruments.
• Transpose and arrange music; duplicate and distribute music to students.
• Prepare and maintain records related to students, including progress reports, grades, test scores, attendance, and related documentation; process permits and prepare necessary paperwork for performances, competitions, and other related events.
• Make minor repairs or adjustments to instruments as needed; arrange for more extensive repairs as necessary.
• Determine the appropriate chair placement for students based on their ability; receive and respond to students' challenging chair assignments.
• Plan, organize, and attend concerts, full rehearsals, and festivals.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned; play various musical instruments; drive a vehicle to attend performances and conduct work.
• Perform duties as they relate to the position.

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of experience in a music program.

• Music history, theory, and…