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$18.66
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Choir Piano Accompanist - Horizon Middle School

Bismarck Public Schools Occupation: Musicians and Singers
Location: Bismarck, ND - 58501 Positions available: 1
Job #: 912888 Work At Home option: No
Posted: 12/3/2024 Updated: 2/10/2025 Expires: 3/14/2025
Source: ND Workforce Connection Site: ND Workforce Connection Agency Job ID: 4611

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Bismarck Public Schools is accepting applications for a Piano Accompanist for Choir at Horizon Middle School. This position follows the school calendar.

There are six 45 minute periods in the day.Evenings and some weekends are included as needed.

Purpose Statement
The Accompanist provides essential musical support for rehearsals and performances. This position is responsible for accompanying students during rehearsals, auditions, and performances, ensuring the highest level of musical preparation and support for both students and the choir director.

Supervisory Relationship
Reports to: Principal

Essential Functions

  • Accompany Rehearsals and Auditions:
    • Accompany all chorus rehearsals, including dress and technical rehearsals.
    • Provide accompaniment for sectional rehearsals as needed.
    • Play voice parts during rehearsals to assist with learning.
    • Accompany students for audition recordings and live auditions for festivals, honor choirs, etc.
  • Prepare Accompaniment Recordings:
    • Create recordings of piano accompaniment or individual vocal parts for students as needed for learning and practice.
  • Accompany Performances:
    • Accompany the chorus during all school year performances.
    • Additional community performance accompaniment are possible
  • General Assistance:
    • Provide other assistance for the choir as requested and agreed upon.
  • Other Duties:
    • Perform additional duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the choir program.

Job Requirements

Skills

  • Proficiency in piano accompaniment, especially in choral settings.
  • Ability to read and play vocal scores accurately and efficiently.
  • Strong organizational skills to prepare and manage accompaniment recordings.

Knowledge

  • Familiarity with choral rehearsal techniques and processes.
  • Understanding of vocal parts and ensemble accompaniment.

Abilities

  • Work effectively with students in rehearsals and performances.
  • Collaborate with the director and students to ensure high-quality performances.
  • Adapt to various musical pieces and performance needs throughout the school year.

Responsibility

Accompany rehearsals, auditions, and performances with precision and professionalism. Provide recordings and additional assistance as necessary for student success.

Work Environment

Primarily works in a school rehearsal space or performance venue. Occasional community performances may require work outside standard school hours.

Experience

Previous experience accompanying choirs or working in a similar musical role is preferred

Clearances

Criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance required

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Salary Grade
SH



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Bismarck Public Schools
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http://www.bismarckschools.org

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We are the largest school district in the state, with approximately 13,300 students and approximately 2,500 employees. We have over 500 classrooms in 18 grade schools, 3 middle schools, 3 senior high schools, an alternative high school, a Career Academy and Technical Center, and an early childhood education program (BECEP).
1,000-4,999 employees
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Salary Range: $18.66 (minimum) DOE (Depends on Experience) Benefits Provided: Dental, Flexible Benefit Account, Holidays, Life Insurance, Medical, Retirement/Pension, Sick Leave, Vacation, Vision Other Benefits: Not Available
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