PIANO ACCOMPANIST - TEMPORARY

South Kitsap School District; Port Orchard (WA); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 44 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

South Kitsap School District is seeking a temporary piano accompanist for the 2026-2027 school year in Port Orchard, WA. The role involves providing piano accompaniment for rehearsals and performances, coordinating with music teachers, and supporting vocal and instrumental ensembles across multiple sites.

The position requires proficient piano performance, sight-reading, and the ability to adapt to various conducting styles.

Qualifications

• Proficient piano performance and sight-reading abilities.
• Experience accompanying vocal/instrumental ensembles preferred.
• Ability to adapt accompaniment to various styles and temperatures of performances.

Responsabilités

• Provide piano accompaniment for rehearsals and performances across multiple buildings.
• Assist music teachers and conductors with sectional rehearsals and full rehearsals.
• Maintain professional stage etiquette during musical productions.

Connaissances

Piano accompaniment

Sight-reading

Collaborative work

Music theory

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

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Job Details

Job ID: 5953219

Application Deadline: Oct 14, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DISTRICT PIANO ACCOMPANIST – Level I Temporary

Reports To:

Executive Director of Teaching & Learning

Bargaining Unit:

PSE

Department:

Teaching & Learning

Salary Schedule:

Substitute Rate: 90% of Schedule A-Market Driven

Employment Type:

Classified

Salary Range:

$28.68 - $31.56

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Hours per Day:

Varies

Days per Year:

Varies

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

• COMMENT: This is a temporary position for the 2026-2027 school year only. Currently enrolled district high school students are also encouraged to apply. Please note that current high school students would only be assigned to after school assignments, such as theater productions.

Purpose Statement

The temporary assignment of District Piano Accompanist is established for the purpose of supporting the District’s instructional program by providing piano accompaniment for rehearsals and performances of vocal and instrumental ensembles and serving as an instructional resource to students and teachers in the area of fine arts. The assignment does not establish a fixed daily or weekly work schedule. Work hours will vary based on the individual building’s rehearsal, practice, and performance schedules and the needs of the instructional program.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to analyze musical compositions and arrangements, adapt to a variety of conducting styles, and independently prepare for and support rehearsals and performances in collaboration with music teachers for the purpose of promoting a positive learning environment and working relationships;
• Analyzes assigned music prior to rehearsal and performances (e.g. correct tempos, challenging transitions, dynamics, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient use of rehearsal time and performance schedules;
• Provides musical accompaniment and support during rehearsals for the purpose of promoting efficient use of rehearsal time and maintaining a positive learning environment;
• Exhibits professional and stage etiquette for the purpose of serving as a model of professionalism at musical productions;
• Rehearses with choral groups (e.g. run sectional rehearsals, work with directors in full group rehearsals, etc.) for the purpose of playing full and sectional accompaniment.
• Demonstrate flexibility in work hours and scheduling to provide piano accompaniment and related musical support for K‑12 choir and/or concert rehearsals, practices, performances, theatre productions, theatre assembles, and other scheduled activities.

Other Functions:

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective

functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform the essential functions of the assignment, including technical and musical skills necessary to provide effective accompaniment and rehearsal support. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the assignment include: proficient piano performance; sight-reading music; accompanying vocal and instrumental ensembles, including soloists and choirs; and adapting accompaniment to varying musical and performance needs.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform the essential functions of the assignment, including knowledge of basic music theory and terminology; vocal ranges; key signatures and key transpositions; musical compositions and arrangements; and established audition and performance standards. The ability to read and follow written and oral instructions is also required.

ABILITY is required to work collaboratively with music teachers, conductors, students, and other staff; adapt to a variety of conducting styles and rehearsal settings; and work effectively with individuals and groups of varying ages and abilities. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the assignment include: establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; recognizing and correcting musical errors; responding appropriately to direction and feedback; independently preparing music for rehearsals and performances; and working effectively as part of a team.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include working collaboratively with music teachers, administrators, and staff across multiple buildings; providing musical accompaniment and rehearsal support for vocal and instrumental ensembles; communicating regarding rehearsal and performance needs; and using district and building resources necessary to perform the functions of the assignment. The position works within established District guidelines and schedules and is expected to exercise appropriate judgment in carrying out assigned responsibilities.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience: Job-related experience providing piano accompaniment for vocal and/or instrumental ensembles is desired. Experience with K‑12 music literature, a variety of musical styles and genres, and advanced piano accompaniment techniques is preferred. Advanced knowledge of music theory, including key transposition and score reading, is also desirable.

Education (Preferred):

Education (Minimum): High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing

• Basic Music Theory Test
• Piano Performance Test
• Piano Sight-reading Test

Certificates and Licenses

Valid Washington State Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability

Continuing Educ./Training

None Specified

Clearances

Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint Background Clearance

Other Requirements:

• Completed online application (with supporting documents)

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.

For more information about benefits, you may review the individual collective bargaining agreements and SEBB School Employee Enrollment Guide which are located on our website SK Staff Resources or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at [phone] or [e-mail] .

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation - including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at [phone].

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community, and staff.

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community, and staff.

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $28.68 to $31.56 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sadie Hoettel
• 2689 Hoover Ave. SE
• Port Orchard, Washington 98366
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]