School Music Accompanist: Multi-Instrumentist Coach

Minnetonka Public Schools; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Minnetonka Public Schools is seeking an Athletics/Activities music accompanist to support choral and instrumental performances district-wide throughout the year. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in music, evidence of experience with school-age music students, excellent communication, teamwork, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Candidates should be able to transpose or improvise accompaniments and to coach sections, coordinating with the director for rehearsals and public

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music or professional level ability to play; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Evidence of successful experiences working with school age music students.
• Ability to respect, protect, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability and inclination to take charge of student behavior if necessary.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent human relations and oral communication skills with coworkers, supervisor and public.
• Commit to full year schedule and long-term service to the department.
• Ability to transpose or improvise an accompaniment desirable.
• Working knowledge of Finale may be a consideration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and play piano, keyboard, guitar, bass, violin/viola, percussion, horn or other accompaniment with advanced musical skills in rehearsals and performances.
• Demonstrate proficient sight-reading skills.
• Practice as needed to ensure secure performances and vocal parts.
• Run sectionals and coach music students during rehearsals, providing a summary to the director.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's degree in music

Tools

Finale knowledge

Job description

Minnetonka Public Schools is seeking an Athletics/Activities music accompanist to support choral and instrumental performances district-wide throughout the year. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in music, evidence of experience with school-age music students, excellent communication, teamwork, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Candidates should be able to transpose or improvise accompaniments and to coach sections, coordinating with the director for rehearsals and public