Thank you for your interest in a career with us! The Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.  

This posting will be used to generate an applicant pool. This pool does not necessarily indicate there is a current vacancy. However, should a vacancy occur, this pool allows hiring administrators immediate access to potential candidates. Qualified applicants will be selected for interview by hiring administrators as needed throughout the school year.  

Job Summary: Northshore School District has opportunities for musician assistants to work in our band, string and vocal programs.  Teacher assistants are needed in brass, woodwind, and percussion instruction.   Also, assistants are needed to work in our orchestra programs teaching violin, viola, cello and bass.  Piano accompanists are always in demand for vocal programs and as solo accompanists.  This is an hourly position; hours per week will depend on the individual assignment.  They will be negotiated at discretion of the classroom teacher and music coordinator.

Applicants must be highly proficient on their individual instrument as well as having a working knowledge of pedagogy and musicianship. They will be assigned to assist the classroom teacher in working with smaller sections and individual students.

Salary: $30.00 per hour. Salary is based on 2023-24 Non-Represented Salary Schedule.

Work Year: Hours and days vary.

Benefits: Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions.  Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program

Application Procedure: 

• Complete an online application. 
• Attach a cover letter and resume.
• Enter 3 references, including their name, professional relationship to you, phone, and email. Confidential Reference Forms are automatically emailed via the application system.
• You may also submit other supporting information of your choosing.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board. 

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