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Piano Accompanist

Educate Kansas

  • Date Posted

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  • Remote Work Level

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  • Location

    Sedgwick, KS

  • Job Schedule

    Alternative Schedule, Part-Time

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  • Categories

    MusicEducation & TrainingTeaching

  • Job Type

    Temporary

  • Career Level

    Experienced

  • Travel Required

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About the Role

Title: Piano Accompanist

Location: Sedgwick United States

Job Description:

Sedgwick Public Schools is currently accepting applications for the part time position of piano accompanist - 4 to 6 hours per week for class practice time, up to 6 evening performances, and 2 Saturday contests.

General Definition: Provide musical accompaniment for classes and performances, as well as act as a support to the vocal music program and students of Sedgwick Public Schools

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Assists instructional personnel by playing accompaniment for pupils in vocal classes, and small vocal group sectionals, in preparation for solo performances, rehearsals, and performances as needed.

Work with soloists, both vocal and instrumental, to prepare for performances as needed.

May assist in making arrangements for musical activities and presentations/performances.

Able to record rehearsal tracks; all vocal parts and accompaniment.

Must be able to meet and interact with employees and parents/guardians in routine situations, which require tact, discretion, and courtesy.

Communicate with vocal music director as needed

Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent; must be skilled and technically proficient on the piano; strong sight reading skills; experience working with students in large and small group situations is preferred.

Sedgwick Public Schools, USD 439, is a pre-kindergarten through the twelfth-grade state-accredited school system. The student population is 525 annually. The school is housed on one campus with two interconnected buildings that include an elementary and a high school.  USD 439 recently completed a bond project to connect the two buildings with the addition of a new media center, a new gymnasium, multiple classroom and office spaces.   

The junior high and high school are members of the Heart of America League which supports and promotes academic and athletic programs for the ten-member school districts. Sedgwick is located in the southern part of Harvey County, just 15 minutes north of Wichita.  We are within a short drive of multiple attractions in the Wichita area.  Come be a part of a small-town district with big-city amenities within a short drive!    

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