About this role
USD 497
Details
FTE
1.0
FISCAL YEAR
2026-27
Due to wage and hour laws, classified staff that accept a supplemental position will be paid at an hourly rate. The stipend applies to certified staff or Rule 10 only positions. Please see Additional Pay Information below.*
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Job related experience is desired
- Specific skills required: ability to displaying stage etiquette; reading open score music; and operating instruments and/or equipment commonly used for accompaniment
Knowledge required: music score reading, instrument operation for rehearsal practices and performance practices
Abilities required: working as part of a team and with frequent interruptions; working non-standard hours and working within a musical ensemble
REPORTS TO
Building Principal
JOB GOAL
The Musical Accompanist provides accompaniment for rehearsals and performances, serving as an instructional resource for students and teachers producing the high school musical production.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyzes assigned music prior to rehearsal (e.g. correct tempos, challenging transitions, dynamics, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient use of rehearsal and audition time.
- Assists Musical Music Director in rehearsals in rhythm, voice line, voice quality, diction, and enunciation for the purpose of training students in musical theatre vocal skills.
- Assists the Musical Music Director and Drama Director in supervising student activities for the purpose of ensuring efficient use of rehearsal time and achieving the desired results.
- Rehearses with the musical instrumental ensemble, assisting the Musical Music Director, in preparing the instrumentalist to perform the musical accompaniment for the production.
- Attends all auditions, rehearsals, dance rehearsals, and performances of the production as communicated by the Musical Director.
CRITICAL SKILLS
Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others
Ability to travel as needed
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
One year only supplemental contract - salary and work year to be established by the Board.
*ADDITIONAL PAY INFORMATION:
If the applicant hired is a current USD 497 certified staff member, this position will have a stipend of $1,715 for the season, paid over the teacher contract.
If the applicant hired is not a current USD 497 staff member, this position will have a stipend of $1,715 for the season, paid over the season. Please note: if classified employment with the district is subsequently accepted, classified staff member pay (below) will apply for the remainder of the season.
If the applicant hired is a current USD 497 classified staff member, they will be paid $7.25 per hour for the hours worked.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation.
The tasks listed in this position description are subject to change at the discretion of the superintendent. The incumbent is expected to take on other duties as requested or assigned by his/her supervisor.