Piano Accompanist for Student Performances (Part-Time)

Young World Physical Education; Forsyth (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Forsyth R-III School District is seeking a piano accompanist for the 2026-2027 school year. The accompanist will support the music department by enhancing students' (grades 5-12) vocal and instrumental performances.

Responsibilities include preparing repertoire, recording practice tracks, and playing during rehearsals and performances. Some travel to festivals and competitions is possible depending on schedules.

Qualifications

• Advanced piano performance and strong sight-reading capability.
• High school diploma with private piano studio training or college-level music theory coursework preferred.
• Prior experience accompanying youth, school, or community choirs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare repertoire provided by music directors.
• Record practice tracks as needed to aid in rehearsals that do not include the accompanist on site.
• Play piano during scheduled rehearsals, typically 2-3 rehearsals prior to each performance event (schedule will be discussed and agreed upon prior to the beginning of each semester).
• Accompany said solos/ensembles during performance events.
• Opportunity for student coaching during rehearsals for solo/small ensemble preparation.
• Communicate with K-6 Music Teacher, HS Vocal Teacher, and HS Band Teacher regarding schedule and repertoire.

Skills

Piano performance

Sight-reading

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Forsyth R-III School District is seeking a piano accompanist for the 2026-2027 school year. The accompanist will support the music department by enhancing students' (grades 5-12) vocal and instrumental performances.

Responsibilities include preparing repertoire, recording practice tracks, and playing during rehearsals and performances. Some travel to festivals and competitions is possible depending on schedules.