Accompanist

Omaha Public Schools; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Accompanist to enhance the musical experience at North High School. This role involves playing piano during classes and performances, ensuring a supportive environment for vocal music education. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in piano performance, excellent sight-reading abilities, and a commitment to professional ethics. Join a vibrant educational community where your musical talents can shine and contribute to the artistic development of students. If you are passionate about music and education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required, performance degree preferred.
• Proficient in piano with strong sight reading and improvisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Accompany vocal parts during classes and performances.
• Perform clerical tasks like music library work and record keeping.

Skills

Piano proficiency

Sight reading

Improvisation

Professional ethics

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Performance degree in piano

Tools

Piano

Basic office equipment

Job description

Job Title: Accompanist

Location: North High School

Reports To: Principal of assigned building

Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 179 day contract / 8 hours / Non-exempt

Salary Schedule: 2025-2026 Hourly Rate $25.48

Position Purpose: The accompanist is responsible for playing piano during scheduled classes and performances as directed by the vocal music teacher.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School diploma or GED required. Performance degree in piano, preferred.
• Proficient in piano.
• Demonstrated excellent attendance, required.
• Ability to sight read well.
• Ability to improvise.
• Interpret the composed octavo accompaniments musically and sensitively at the direction of the instructor.
• Demonstrated strong standards of professional ethics and skills pertinent to build positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with all staff, administration and the community.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Accompany part signing (up to 4-vocal parts with ease).
• Accompanying during daily scheduled classes.
• Accompanying for rehearsals and performances scheduled before and after school.
• Performing clerical responsibilities such as: music library work, record keeping, and costume distribution.
• Assume a leadership role in assisting the substitute teacher in the absence of the vocal music teacher.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Building Principal or other Central Office Administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment: This position may require the ability to use musical equipment such as a piano and basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Limited travel may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Work in school building and central office environments.

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a full-time non-exempt classified position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

The offer of employment is contingent upon:

• Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for the position (e.g., Paraprofessionals obtaining “Highly Qualified status,” etc.), as identified and maintaining all licenses, certificates, and requirements for your position throughout employment.
• A background check which demonstrates to OPS that background is acceptable for the position.
• Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for position offered).

Omaha public schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307)

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.