Grant Funded Music Accompanist (Orosi High School)

Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified School District • Orosi, CA

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About The Position

The Music Accompanist assists with music and choir instruction and classroom activities at Orosi High School. The role provides piano and instrumental accompaniment for rehearsals, performances, and presentations; plays vocal parts during rehearsals; and sight-reads and transposes music as needed to accommodate individual student vocal ranges. The accompanist may provide individual instruction and assistance to students under the direction of the Music/Choir Teacher.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet the academic requirement through one of the listed options: pass a District-administered proficiency test in reading, writing, and mathematics; complete at least two years of college or university study, including courses in music theory, music education, or a related field; earn an associate degree; or complete 48 semester hours of college-level coursework with a grade of C or higher.
• Demonstrated music proficiency, including piano accompaniment and the ability to play various instruments.
• Patience, dependability, good judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to work cooperatively with students and staff.
• Submit a letter or letters of recommendation, a copy of transcript or NCLB compliance documentation, and a resume.

Responsibilities

• Assist with music and choir instruction and classroom activities.
• Provide piano and instrumental accompaniment for rehearsals, performances, and presentations.
• Play vocal parts during rehearsals.
• Sight-read and transpose music as needed to accommodate students' individual vocal ranges.
• May provide individual instruction and assistance to students under the direction of the Music/Choir Teacher.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED