Music Assistant/Accompanist

K-12 Private School•Kansas City, KS

3d•$15,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Music Assistant/Accompanist supports the music program at Notre Dame de Sion High School by providing high-quality accompaniment and rehearsal support across ensembles, performances, and events. This role enhances the musical experience for students while supporting Sion’s mission to develop confident, collaborative, and expressive learners. This specific role involves accompanying the choirs and symphony, and supporting students with events outside of the regular school hours such as performances, district competition, and the musical.

Requirements

Knowledge of and commitment to the Sion mission.
Music degree preferred, with emphasis on piano performance.
Ability to accompany choral and instrumental pieces.
Accompany advanced level pieces for student competitions.
Accompany for the musical.
Assist with instrumental arrangements, including writing piano accompaniments based on instrumental parts that are missing from the ensemble.
Understanding of adolescent development, especially the needs of high school girls.
Strong rehearsal management skills that balance creativity with structure and safety.
Ability to collaborate with the Fine Arts Department and production team.
Willingness to mentor students during rehearsals and performances.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with a wide range of faculty, staff, and students, and can contribute to the climate of inclusivity.

Responsibilities

Serve as the accompanist for school ensembles and music activities, including: Petit Chœur, Grand Chœur, Symphonie de Sion, Tri-M Music Honor Society, School Masses and liturgical celebrations, Annual Musical and rehearsals.
Provide accompaniment and musical support for performances and school events, including (but not limited to): Assemblies, Community performances, Musical, Solo and Ensemble Festival, District and State Recruitment events, Breakfast with Santa, International choral festivals.
Provide rehearsal support during the school day.
Develop and/or adapt arrangements and orchestrations for Symphonie de Sion as needed.
Travel with and support student ensembles as an assistant and/or accompanist for international trips, as assigned.
Contributes positively to the Fine Arts Department and overall school community.
Performs additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Performing Arts.