Vocal Music Accompanist

POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled and reliable Part-Time Accompanist to provide piano accompaniment for rehearsals, performances, and lessons. The ideal candidate will have strong sight-reading abilities, excellent musicianship, and experience collaborating with vocalists and instrumentalists across various genres. Reports to: Director of Choral music Supervises: None ESSENTIAL DUTIES Responsible for supporting and the vision and philosophy of the Vocal Music Department as established in collaboration with the Director of the Arts and Director of Vocal Music Accompany soloists, ensembles, or choirs during auditions, rehearsals and performances Sight-read and interpret musical scores accurately Collaborate with music directors, conductors, and teachers to support rehearsals and events Adapt accompaniment style to suit different musical genres and settings Attend scheduled rehearsals, lessons, and performances punctually Rehearses outside class time with small groups and soloists Participates in assessing skill level for incoming and returning students both individually and as a group Works with the Director of Vocal Music to schedule a professional band for 4-5 performances each year Creates charts for the band as determined by Director of Vocal Music Serves as the music director for vocal music performances (5 main performances + additional smaller performances throughout the school year) ADDITIONAL DUTIES All other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications and competencies listed below represent the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations

may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position Education Bachelor's Degree (Music referred) Experience Minimum five years of experience in choral accompaniment LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND CLEARANCE Cleared Background/Fingerprint check Valid CPR and First Aid certifications Cleared TB assessment Completion of Ministry Safe Training KEY COMPETENCIES Knowledge Knowledge of the use of music technology as it relates to showing production and music preparation: including music sequencing software, music notation software, audio recording software, live sound reinforcement The ministry and purpose of Lutheran education The academic, social, and behavioral characteristics of secondary level students Behavior management strategies Skills and Abilities Excellent piano skills demonstrated by audition or video Ability to clearly and effectively instruct students Effective active listening skills Effective oral and written communication skills using grammatically correct English to effectively develop written directions, tests, lesson plans, worksheets, and examples Excellent planning and organization skills Exhibit a student-first focus in all aspects of the job Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment Interpersonal skills to deal respectfully, warmly, and tactfully with students, parents, and co-workers Maintain constant awareness of classroom activities Work independently Command presence and leadership to run classroom/manage students PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Exhibits the highest level of Christian integrity his/her life reflects Christ-like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadership Integrates faith and prayer in the performance of job duties Foster a Christ-centered environment focused on Grateful Servanthood, Accountability, Compassion, and Collaboration in alignment with our Guiding Principles Ability to articulate their Christian faith An active member of a Christian church; Missouri Synod preferred Active in the Christian community and supportive of the statement of beliefs of Orange Lutheran High School PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The employee must have the physical abilities to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above. Frequently move about the campus, sit for extended periods, talk and hear, use hands to handle, feel, or grasp objects Occasionally stand, walk, push, pull, or lift, up to 50 pounds, reach with hands or arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, taste, or smell WORK ENVIRONMENT Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of work is performed in a climate-controlled school setting, with occasional outside exposure to varying weather conditions. The noise level is that of a typical quiet office setting with occasional exposure to moderate to loud noise at school events