Lower School Choir Accompanist at Oregon Episcopal School in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

OUR MISSION: Oregon Episcopal School prepares students for higher education and lifelong learning by inspiring intellectual, physical, social, emotional, artistic, and spiritual growth so that they may realize their power for good as citizens of local and world communities.

ABOUT US: Founded in 1869, Oregon Episcopal School today occupies a wooded 59-acre campus where 880 students in Pre-K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry-based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The Upper School also includes a small boarding program of international and domestic students who live and learn together enhancing the vibrancy of the school community.

The School values employees who seek to continually develop the OES Essential Competencies in themselves and others and are prepared to engage in a vibrant, diverse learning community. Committed to the professional development of our faculty, teachers are guided by the Learning and Teaching at OES faculty growth model.

As an Episcopal school, we are rooted in a rhythm of gathering and reflection that values and respects all beliefs and cultures. As such, we educate toward a larger purpose - toward inclusion and respect, service and justice and commitment beyond ourselves.

SCHEDULE: Tuesday afternoons from approx. 3:00-4:30 pm and evening events as requested

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the vocal music teacher, accompany school choirs during rehearsals and concerts and do other related work as required. In addition to the qualifications detailed below, the successful accompanist possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to support the OES mission and identity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Perform piano accompaniment for practice, rehearsals, and performances of school choirs.Provide assistance to substitute teachers by leading rehearsals as necessary.Promote the responsible, safe, and healthy use of equipment, materials, and the environmentWork collaboratively with choir directors in a spirit of openness and cooperationDemonstrate kindness, enthusiasm, and a passion for music