POSITION POSTING

Music Accompanist Specialist

DESCRIPTION:  Assist music teacher(s) and program as an accompanist, supporting classroom rehearsals and concert performances.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 72 college quarter credits from a nationally accredited institution or pass ETS test required.

• Ability to accompany music classes on piano.

• Experience working with students with various abilities and age levels in an educational setting.

• Must have the ability to relate in a positive way with supervisory staff, classroom teachers, and students.

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Assist in providing instruction and supervision of students in music class activities.

• Abilities in basic music theory.

• Ability to communicate effectively with district staff, students, parents and the general public using tact, courtesy, and good judgment.

• Must have the ability to relate in a positive and proactive manner with supervisory staff, classroom teachers, parents, and students.  Good interpersonal skills.

• Successful experience working with students with disabilities.

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find acceptable.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a strong music sight-reader and be able to play music of varying styles and historical periods.

• Must have a strong rhythmic sense and be competent with both syncopation and swing feel.

• Must be able to work independently and solve problems with minimum supervision.

• Proven ability to be flexible and adaptable with students and staff.

• Ability to work with bicultural and at-risk students.

• Ability to apply appropriate discipline according to district procedures.

• Ability to work effectively with small groups or individual students under the supervision of certified staff.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate evening and weekend performances.

• Other duties as assigned.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766-2650, [email protected]; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766- 2670, [email protected]