Accompanist (Part-time)- Staff Pool

Houston Community College System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Houston Community College System is seeking a part-time Accompanist to support voice classes and other performances. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience. Responsibilities include accompanying students in solos, recitals, and juries, demonstrating advanced piano skills and the ability to work well with diverse groups.

This position offers an opportunity to engage with students and faculty in a dynamic educational environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school supplemented by private or college-level training in piano.
• Three (3) years’ experience as an accompanist required.

Responsibilities

• Accompanies voice class and other related disciplines.
• Rehearse and accompany students for solos performed in voice class and student recitals.
• Participates in and accompanies student juries – vocal and instrumental.

Skills

Advanced piano skills

Experience playing and knowledge of instrumental, vocal, and choral repertoire

Advanced sight-reading skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work well with students, faculty, and staff in a diverse environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Accompanist (Part-time) – Staff Pool

SUMMARY

Piano accompanist for voice class, juries, student recitals, rehearsals, and performances.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accompanies voice class and other related disciplines.
• Rehearse and accompany students for solos performed in voice class and student recitals.
• Participates in and accompanies student juries – vocal and instrumental.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Graduation from high school supplemented by private or college‑level training in piano. Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years’ experience as an accompanist required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Advanced piano skills.
• Experience playing and knowledge of instrumental, vocal, and choral repertoire.
• Advanced sight‑reading skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work well with students, faculty, and staff in a diverse environment.

This job description is subject to revision and may be updated based on duties and responsibilities.

Location

Houston, Texas.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.

Contact: Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO/Compliance/Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667, 517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [e-mail]

Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations to interview should contact 713 718-8565.