Piano Accompanist — Flexible Hours, Year‑Round

State Center Community College District; Reedley (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

State Center Community College District seeks a Piano Accompanist at Reedley College to provide piano accompaniment for music classes, rehearsals, recitals and concerts. The role supports instructors and students by preparing sheet music, transposing as needed, and contributing to performances during the academic year.

The ideal candidate has graduation from high school or GED plus at least three years of professional or educational experience accompanying vocal or choral groups, with formal

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• At least three years of experience accompanying vocal or choral groups, dancers or similar musical work on piano in an educational or professional setting.
• Formal study of the piano is preferred; a bachelor's or master's degree in piano is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides piano accompaniment for music classes, rehearsals, recitals and concerts.
• Accompanies performances and rehearsals as needed during the academic year.
• Collaborates with faculty and students to improve technique and musicianship.
• Transposes music for instructors or students and provides instrumental accompaniment as required.
• Assists with music festivals and supports equity-minded practices.

Skills

Piano accompaniment

Sight-reading

Improvise and memorize music

Effective communication

Equity-minded service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Three years experience accompanying vocal/choral groups

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in piano desirable

Job description

State Center Community College District seeks a Piano Accompanist at Reedley College to provide piano accompaniment for music classes, rehearsals, recitals and concerts. The role supports instructors and students by preparing sheet music, transposing as needed, and contributing to performances during the academic year.

The ideal candidate has graduation from high school or GED plus at least three years of professional or educational experience accompanying vocal or choral groups, with formal