Intermediate School Accompanist

Sylvania; Grand Ledge (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Ledge Public Schools District seeks an Intermediate School Accompanist to provide piano accompaniment for vocal and instrumental programs, collaborate with teachers, and support student performances. The role requires preparing selections, following conductors, and attending rehearsals and events to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate will read music fluently, have strong sight-reading skills, and work well with students and staff while maintaining professionalism and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in piano performance and accompaniment.
• Ability to read music fluently and accompany ensembles.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment for rehearsals and performances.
• Collaborate with music teachers to prepare students for concerts and events.
• Attend rehearsals, concerts and other music events.
• Learn and prepare assigned musical selections prior to rehearsals.
• Follow conductor's tempo, dynamics, articulation and style.
• Assist with sight-reading and rehearsal support as needed.
• Accompany auditions and school music activities.
• Maintain professionalism and positive working relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Music Department.

Skills

Piano accompaniment

Sight-reading

Reading music

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position: Intermediate School Accompanist

Reports to: Building Principal

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Job Summary The Intermediate School Accompanist provides high-quality piano accompaniment for vocal and instrumental music programs, rehearsals, performances, festivals, and special events. The accompanist works collaboratively with music educators to support student learning, musical growth, and successful performances while fostering a positive and encouraging environment for students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment for choir, soloists, small ensembles, and other music groups during rehearsals and performances.
• Collaborate with the music teacher(s) to prepare students for concerts, adjudicated events, festivals, and community performances.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals, concerts, performances, and other assigned music events.
• Learn and prepare assigned musical selections prior to rehearsals.
• Follow the conductor's interpretation regarding tempo, dynamics, articulation, phrasing, and style.
• Assist with sight-reading and rehearsal support as needed.
• Accompany student auditions, honor choir auditions, solo and ensemble festivals, and other school-related music activities.
• Support substitute rehearsals or sectional rehearsals when requested.
• Maintain professionalism, flexibility, and positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student and district information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Music Department.

Note: These duties and responsibilities are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act or ADA. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not constructed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in piano performance and accompaniment.
• Ability to read music fluently and accompany vocal and instrumental ensembles.
• Strong sight-reading skills are preferred.
• Previous experience accompanying school, church, community, or collegiate music programs preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with directors, students, and staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adjust quickly to changes in rehearsal schedules and performance needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of piano accompaniment techniques.
• Understanding of vocal and instrumental repertoire appropriate for intermediate-level students.
• Ability to follow a conductor and adapt to changing tempos.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to establish positive rapport with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Commitment to supporting student achievement through music education.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit and perform at a piano for extended periods.
• Ability to attend evening performances and occasional weekend events.
• Ability to lift and move music materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.

Work Environment

The work is performed primarily in classrooms, rehearsal spaces, auditoriums, and performance venues. The position requires attendance at evening concerts, performances, and occasional weekend events. School-based; may work in classrooms, intervention spaces, or learning labs.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

Grand Ledge Public Schools District shall provide equal opportunity and shall not discriminate in matters of employment or enrollment on the basis of age, religion, race, traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, national origin, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, height, weight or marital status in its programs, services or activities.