Accompanist

We are seeking a vocal music accompanist to support our programs at Maize South Middle School and Maize South High School. The position will be 35 hours per week.The accompanist works closely with the music teachers during rehearsals and performances that may occur during and outside the regular school day.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: none

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to learn and play a variety of music

Experience: Accompanist experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ability to perform as a piano accompanist during music classes and required performances in a variety of environments and settings
• Ability to analyze musical compositions and arrangements quickly and accurately
• Ability to work independently within a rehearsal and performance setting
• Ability to work with a variety of conducting styles
• Ability to learn multiple pieces of music and play piano multiple times throughout each day familiarity with elementary and secondary music literature
• Ability to maintain advanced piano pedagogy skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff students and administration and deal with people beyond giving and receiving instruction
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the program and district.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Piano keyboard

Posture: Prolonged sitting

Motion: Finger and foot dexterity

Lifting: Minimal

Environment: Classroom and auditorium; evening or variable hours.

Mental Demands: Ability to learn quickly

Attendance: Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality as required by the Board of Education policies and regulations.

Clearances: Background check and TB test