Coach (Prop 28): Accompanist - Independence High School

As one of California’s largest high school districts, we offer rewarding and exciting employment opportunities that impact our students and community in a positive way. We provide a supportive team environment with a shared passion and common goal of equipping students with the education and skills they need to succeed in college and career. In addition to competitive salaries and 100% benefits coverage for employees and their dependents, we focus on personal professional development.

About the Role

The East Side Union High School District is seeking a skilled and passionate Choir Accompanist to support our District choir programs. This position plays a key role in helping students learn their parts during rehearsals and accompanying them musically during both practices and performances. The ideal candidate has strong piano skills, experience working with children, and a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Accompany weekly choir rehearsals on piano.
• Provide part-learning support: play vocal lines and assist with sectional rehearsals when needed.
• Assist the choir director with teaching pitch, rhythm, and basic music literacy as needed.
• Accompany the choir during all scheduled concerts and performances.
• Support a positive, inclusive, and fun learning environment for young singers.
• Serve in classes requiring piano accompaniment, which may include assignments at multiple sites to meet base requirements.
• Attend occasional planning meetings or rehearsals outside regular hours (with advance notice).

Requirements

• Proficient piano accompanist with strong sight-reading skills.
• Experience accompanying high school-aged vocal ensembles.
• Basic understanding of choral conducting cues and rehearsal techniques.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible team player.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in music education or teaching voice parts.
• Ability to transpose or simplify music as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 100% benefits coverage for employees and their dependents.
• Focus on personal and professional development.

Selected candidates must pass fingerprint clearance and provide current TB test results prior to employment.