Music Assistant - River City High School

Music Assistant - River City High School About the Employer Washington Unified School District (WUSD) serves nearly 7,500 students in West Sacramento, carrying forward a proud legacy of excellence since 1917. As the city's premier provider of high-quality education, WUSD offers innovative programs like Spanish Dual Language Immersion, Visual and Performing Arts, Career Technical Education, AVID, and before and after-school care. WUSD fosters a supportive and collaborative environment for employees, with mentoring, professional growth opportunities, and cutting-edge technology to inspire innovation in teaching. Rooted in equity, diversity, and inclusion, WUSD is a vibrant community of educators, families, and partners dedicated to empowering every student to thrive. Job Summary The Music Assistant will support the Choir Director in all aspects of the choral and instrumental music programs at both the high school and elementary levels. This position plays a vital role in enhancing student learning, performance preparation, and program organization across choir, drumline, color guard, and general music classes.

Requirements / Qualifications

The Music Assistant will accompany choirs on piano, assist students in developing musical skills across a variety of choral styles—including jazz—and support rehearsals through small-group and individual instruction. The role also includes assisting with drumline, winter percussion, color guard, and field show design, including music and visual elements. Additional duties include organizing and supervising field trips, concerts, and competitions; assisting with fundraising activities; supporting student progress monitoring; and helping load and manage performance equipment. Experience or interest in using tools such as the Ultimate Drill Book for drill writing is preferred. Evening and weekend work may be required for festivals and competitions. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a dynamic and comprehensive music program. Comments and Other Information Questions about openings, please contact Human Resources at 916-375-7604 ext 1013. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to broadening the diversity of our workplace. All applications and resumes are welcome. The Washington Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns, immediately contact Shea Borges, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources(Compliance Officer for Title IX and CC of R Title 5) at (916) 375-7600 ext. 1046. A copy of the Washington Unified School District's uniform complaint policy and non-discrimination policy are available upon request. Equity, Excellence, Empowerment for Every Student, Every Day