Position: Part-Time Collaborative Pianist
Location: Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School; Omaha, NE
Position Type: Average 8-15 hours per week during the academic year
Requires occasional availability for weeknight concert dates (communicated in advance).
Start Date: August 2026
Join Our Dynamic Fine Arts Department!
About Us:
Brownell Talbot, founded in 1863, is a Nebraska state-approved preschool through grade 12 school. We are a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). Brownell Talbot is an exciting environment for professionals who like to be part of a supportive team of dedicated individuals who thrive on the challenges and rewards of working with an active community. Brownell Talbot fosters an educational environment that is inclusive and accepting of diverse individuals and viewpoints.
Is This You?
Are you a skilled and versatile pianist passionate about enriching student musical experiences? Do you thrive in a collaborative and creative educational environment? If you're ready to make a lasting impact on our student musicians and accompany them to success, we want you on our team!
Key Responsibilities:
Accompany middle and high school choral ensembles during classroom time.
Collaborate with younger music classes, orchestra, and musical theatre productions.
Assist advanced students with solo preparation.
Support classroom management.
Contribute ideas to rehearsal and teaching processes.
Create recordings and learning tools for students.
Participate in after-school rehearsals.
Perform at school-day assemblies.
Play for graduation ceremonies and evening performances.
Qualifications:
Strong piano performance skills.
Excellent sheet music reading ability.
Experience following a conductor.
Ability to play voice parts together from separate staves.
Versatility across musical styles including classical, pop, and Broadway.
Comfort building relationships with students.
Available 8-15 hours per week (includes paid individual practice time)
Personal Qualities:
Acts as a model of integrity.
Understands and maintains professional boundaries between students and employees.
Exercise, patience, and good listening skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Flexible and works well under pressure.
Displays a positive attitude.
Works effectively with teams while simultaneously being able to work independently.
Is sensitive to and respectful of cultural, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, racial, religious, and economic diversity.
Physical Requirements:
Able to sit, stand, type, twist, bend
Able to use computers, laptops
Able to lift 25-50 lbs.
Other physical demands such as speaking, hearing, manual, and finger dexterity
Note: This job description accurately reflects the position's duties, responsibilities, and requirements. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
Strong candidates will support the school’s Mission: Every student. Every mind. Every heart. Known. Inspired. Challenged. They will have enthusiasm for the Vision: A compassionate community of diverse learners empowered and determined to reach their unique potential and positively impact the world. And they will embody the school’s core values. We value
Compassion: We believe in considering the unique needs of others; we show compassion by seeking to understand with genuine care, and we build a sense of belonging for everyone.
Respect: We believe in treating everyone with dignity; we show respect by valuing ourselves and others through our words and actions and taking great pride in our school.
Responsibility: We believe we are capable; we show responsibility by meeting expectations, finding solutions, and giving our best to each other.
Integrity: We believe in doing the right thing; we show integrity by keeping commitments and telling the truth, even when it's not easy.
Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or based on any other status protected under local, state, and federal law in admission or access to, or treatment of employment or educational programs and activities.
Why Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School?
Be part of a supportive and collaborative community.
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
Access to top-notch athletic facilities and resources.
Make a significant impact on the lives of student-athletes.
