Music Assistant - RVMS

Minimum of 60 college hours required.

$23.20 per hour

Maximum 200 Hours

Start date: August 24, 2026

Any interested support Rockwood employee eligible to transfer must submit a TRANSFER application to this posting before the internal closing date to be considered.

POSITION TITLE:

Music Assistant

STATUS:

School Term Position - 200 hours annual max.

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

x

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

HUMAN RESOURCES:

x

Approved

Not Approved

POSITION SUMMARY: Assists with duties assigned by the classroom teacher to enhance the learning of all students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Play the piano as an accompanist for rehearsals and performances
Accept direction from classroom teacher
Assist at times with additional responsibilities and assignments as needed by the teacher or principal
Assist the teacher in specific routine activities such as drills, reinforcement, developing verbal and listening communication skills, and performance-building exercises
Assist with field trips
Chaperone and supervise students during classes and concerts, including possible travel
Help collect resources for use in the classroom
Lead sectional rehearsals
Provide specific instruction on instrument(s) of expertise
Under direction of the classroom teacher, learns techniques for implementing music program
Work directly with teachers to carry out specific tasks related to student's needs
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to interact effectively with staff and parents
Ability to move within building and classrooms
Ability to relate and communicate to students regardless of their needs
Ability to safely supervise children in all areas of the building, inside and outside
Ability to understand limited role of music assistant with respect to teacher responsibilities
Proficient with computer using MS Office and Google programs, printer, fax, and phone
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours from an accredited college or university
Advanced skills on the piano
Teacher certification preferred
Friendly, helpful attitude in working with students and staff
EQUIPMENT USED:

Piano or other musical instrument(s)
Standard office equipment
WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, walk, stand and reach