2026-2027 High School Instructional Aide - Piano Accompanist

2026-2027 High School Instructional Aide - Piano Accompanist JobID: 5492 Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional Aide - Classroom Date Posted: 7/16/2026 Location: Mission High School Closing Date: Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide IF YOU ARE A CURRENT MISSION CISD EMPLOYEE, PLEASE SUBMIT A COMPLETE TRANSFER FORM & RESUME VIA THE INTERNAL APPLICANTS' LINK 2026-2027 VACANCY High School Instructional Aide - Piano Accompanist JOB DESCRIPTION REPORTS TO:High School Choir Director and Campus Principal APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 187DATE REVISED:07/14/2021 WAGE/HOUR STATUS:Exempt >SALARY RANGE:$21.75 - $30.03 Minimum - MaximumPAY GRADE:IS-07 PRIMARY PURPOSE: To accompany high school and middle school choirs and choir classes on keyboard instruments (piano, organ, electronic synthesizer, etc.) during the regular school day, rehearsals and performances as scheduled by the head high school choir director; to promote a positive working relationship, among and between staff, by establishing a climate conducive to open communication and productive work. Accompany groups of U.I.L. concert, and sigh treading competitions. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: High School Diploma College Hours in Music Education Special Knowledge/Skills: Strong piano performance skills and a knowledge of the art of accompaniment; Communicate effectively (verbal and written); utilize effective interpersonal skills; knowledge of performance literature for secondary vocal music students. Piano Proficiency Skills Experience: Accompanist skills in both small group setting and full ensemble settings. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Accompanies choral repertoire for UIL Grade 1-6 (concert & sigh treading). Creates accompaniment recordings for student use in private lessons and performance at the high school and middle school level. Reads and performs open score accompaniment. Leads sectional and individual rehearsals as needed for student mastery of choral repertoire. Develops professional skills appropriate to job assignment. Works cooperatively with choral staff, head choral director, fine arts department and principal to meet the educational needs of the choral instructional program. Uses management practices that promote collegiality, teamwork and collaborative decision-making among staff members. Provides for effective two-way communication channels with choral staff, head choral director, fine arts department and principal. Works with choral department to contribute to attain district goals and objectives. Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible, and serve as a role model for all district staff. Fosters collaborative educational efforts among staff by supporting the district's philosophy and mission and its commitment to site-based shared decision-making. Performs other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator). SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No supervisory responsibilities EQUIPMENT USED: Piano, piano keyboard, recording equipment WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands Maintain emotional control under stress; meet deadlines Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent district wide travel The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I acknowledge I received a copy of this job description. Employee's Signature: Date Supervisor's Signature: Date The Mission Consolidated Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. JD 4.131H >Updated Salary 26/27 Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 7/17/2026