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Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District

Accompanist

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District, Santa Monica, California, United States, 90403


The current need is for

SUBSTITUTE opportunities ONLY.This recruitment is for

current

substitute opportunities

and for

future

possible positions .Substitute Rate: $24.45/hourBASIC FUNCTIONUnder general supervision, provides piano accompaniment for a variety of musical performances and rehearsals for assigned soloists, coaches, and groups; provides technical and clerical support to the Music Department.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE:One year of experience as a piano accompanist for soloists or groups of vocalists.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/INFORMATION:A valid California Driver License and availability of private transportation or ability to obtain transportation between job sites is required. Incumbents may be assigned non-standard work hours for rehearsals and performances.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIESPlays the piano to accompany live lessons, practices, rehearsals, and performances.Observes lessons, practices, rehearsals, and performances and makes recommendations for improvement in areas including, but not limited to, pitch accuracy, posture, diction, and air support.Records, edits, organizes, and uploads music using equipment including, but not limited to, digital recorders, microphones, and personal computers.Reviews assignments and provides feedback to instructors, including recommendations for improvement.Prepares for lessons, practices, rehearsals, and performances by studying and rehearsing sheet music.Sight reads pieces in different styles, keys, meters, and tempos.Adjusts meter and tempo during lessons, practices, rehearsals, and performances.Organizes, catalogs, and maintains both physical and digital materials including, but not limited to, files, records, sheet music, and audio recordings.Sets up and breaks down musical instruments, classroom and electronic equipment, and related items.Performs related duties as assigned.JOB REQUIREMENTSKNOWLEDGE:Techniques of piano accompaniment.Principles and terminology of music theory.Musical styles and genres.Digital audio recording and editing techniques.Principles and practices of filing and cataloging.Principles and practices of recordkeeping and maintaining documentation.Word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.CORE COMPETENCIES:Professional & Technical Expertise – Applying technical subject matter to the job.Learning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to one's work.Using Technology – Working with electronic hardware and software applications.Self-Management – Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability.Adaptability – Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires.Customer Focus – Attending to the needs and expectations of customers.Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals.Attention to Detail – Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products.Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.SUPERVISIONGeneral supervision is received from certificated staff. No supervision of other staff is exercised.WORKING CONDITIONSENVIRONMENT:

The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions. Works in an indoor, climate-controlled environment.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is sedentary. Moves between areas of a school site or within a performance space to monitor students. Sits to play the piano. Grasps and grips with hands to hold and move audio recording equipment. Uses hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively to play the piano. Uses foot and ankle repetitively to press piano pedals. Exchanges information with students and staff to provide feedback and make recommendations related to performance. Uses near visual acuity of 20 inches or less to read sheet music. Listens to music and vocal performances and distinguishes variations in pitch and key.

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