Accompanist

Farmington Municipal Schools; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Farmington Municipal Schools is seeking a piano accompanist/collaborative pianist to support the school choral program. Responsibilities include accompanying rehearsals and performances and collaborating with the music staff to reinforce lessons.

The role requires strong piano skills, sight-reading, and the ability to work with student ensembles. Flexibility for after-hours performances is expected.

Qualifications

• Proficient on piano with ability to accompany choral programs.
• Able to sight read and follow complex scores.
• Capable of sectional rehearsals and after-hours performances.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment for school choirs.
• Follow and perform music scores accurately.
• Rehearse sectional groups as needed.
• Participate in performances outside school hours.

Skills

Piano proficiency

Sight reading

Ensemble collaboration

Music theory knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Keyboard and amplification knowledge

Job description

Teacher/Principal

General Job Description

To provide piano accompaniment to the school choral program. To provide musical and collaborative input to and with the local music programs.

• Proficiently demonstrates a vast understanding of their instrument
• Can play the piano at a high level of proficiency
• Can successfully follow and play music scores
• Is comfortable playing parts ranging from one line to 4 part open vocal score
• Comfortable sight reading at a high level
• Feel comfortable running sectional rehearsals when necessary
• Can commit to performances outside of the school day

Position: Piano Accompanist/Collaborative Pianist

Supervisor: Teacher/Principal

General Job Description

To provide piano accompaniment to the school choral program. To provide musical and collaborative input to and with the local music programs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Proficiently demonstrates a vast understanding of their instrument
• Can play the piano at a high level of proficiency
• Can successfully follow and play music scores
• Is comfortable playing parts ranging from one line to 4 part open vocal score
• Comfortable sight reading at a high level
• Feel comfortable running sectional rehearsals when necessary
• Can commit to performances outside of the school day

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of certified teacher(s) and principal.
• Support in the preparation for program and classroom activities.
• Work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assist in the implementation of program goals and objectives.
• Be familiar with the teacher’s lesson plans and assist teachers in reinforcing teacher-planned lessons for the students.
• Be generally familiar with textbooks and course content
• Have knowledge of the home language of the students
• Follow district and school procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED. Perform selection of music as deemed necessary by director.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired. The following may be required: Sitting, standing, reaching, squatting, kneeling, prolonged playing, physical ability to play on piano, and moving light furniture.

Equipment/Technology Handled:

Keyboard and amplification knowledge

Work Environment:

Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work may be required.

Terms of Employment:

Hourly