Assistant Choir Director and Accompanist

Jefferson City School District; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Stipends for additional responsibilities

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

A school district in Jefferson City is seeking an Assistant Choir Director & Accompanist. The role involves daily piano accompaniment for multiple choirs, supporting rehearsals, and fostering student musicianship. Ideal candidates should have state certification or equivalent experience, strong accompanying skills, and a passion for choral music. This position offers competitive compensation, stipends for additional responsibilities, and involvement in community events like the Capitol Caroling concert.

Qualifications

• Must hold proper state certification or possess equivalent experience and qualifications in choral accompanying/piano performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily piano accompaniment for rehearsals, concerts, and contests.
• Assist in implementing effective instructional strategies.
• Participate in curriculum review and design.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed.
• Prepare students musically for public performances.
• Assist in planning a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Help create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Assist in assessing the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Prepare students musically for concerts, festivals, contests, and public performances.
• Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).
• Effectively implement district initiatives.
• Effectively collaborate with department and grade‑level teachers.
• Maintain and organize choral music library and accompanist materials.

Skills

Collaborative piano skills

Accompanying choral ensembles

Choral rehearsal techniques

Vocal pedagogy

Education

Proper state certification or equivalent experience

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Choir Director & Accompanist

FLSA: Exempt

Qualifications

Must hold proper state certification or possess equivalent experience and qualifications in choral accompanying/piano performance.

Reports To

Head Choir Director and Principal and/or Supervisor.

Jefferson City High School is searching for an accomplished and collaborative teacher/musician to serve as its Assistant Choral Director and Accompanist. As Assistant Choral Director/Accompanist, you will work in partnership with the Head Choral Director to support and help lead a program of 3 curricular choirs: Chorale, the top auditioned mixed ensemble; Bella Voce, a select women’s ensemble; and Concert Choir, the non‑auditioned choir.

Primary responsibilities include daily piano accompaniment for rehearsals and performances, assisting with rehearsals, sectional instruction, and student musicianship development. Additional responsibilities may include teaching or assisting with other fine‑arts duties/classes within your expertise as assigned according to district needs.

There is an extra‑curricular choir that can take many forms depending on interest and personnel. A stipend is provided for work with that ensemble, and it may be team‑taught or assigned to the Choral Director or Assistant Director. Other responsibilities will include assisting with music selection, assessing students, completing administrative duties as assigned, and promoting the department to parents and the public at large. The ideal candidate will have strong collaborative piano skills, experience accompanying choral ensembles, and the ability to assist in choral rehearsal techniques and vocal pedagogy.

The program enjoys widespread community support and is highly visible through concerts. Of note is the 86‑year tradition of the Capitol Caroling, an annual Christmas concert held in the Missouri Capitol Rotunda that combines the choirs, bands, and orchestras. Chorale has an impressive history of excellence, with numerous top ratings at MSHSAA contests, consistent membership in All‑State Choir, performances at MMEA state music convention, and former graduates who have become music educators. Compensation is competitive with recent base increases and potential future additions. Stipends are also provided for the assistant role and extra‑curricular ensemble support.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest highlighting your skills and preparation as they apply to the job duties, a résumé or curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation with contact information from individuals who are familiar with your work and skill sets. Audio or video of accompanying, rehearsals, or performances may be requested at a later date.

Essential Job Functions

• Participate in curriculum review and design in collaboration with the Head Choir Director.
• Provide daily piano accompaniment for rehearsals, concerts, auditions, and contests.
• Assist in implementing a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
• Support rehearsal planning including sectionals, vocal warm‑ups, and musicianship training.
• Diagnose and evaluate student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
• Monitor student progress and assist in adjusting instruction accordingly.
• Assist in planning a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Help create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Assist in assessing the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Prepare students musically for concerts, festivals, contests, and public performances.
• Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).
• Effectively implement district initiatives.
• Effectively collaborate with department and grade‑level teachers.
• Maintain and organize choral music library and accompanist materials.

Other Job Functions

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Remain current on instructional practices in education and accompanying techniques (e.g., instructional technology, rehearsal support).

Contact Information

Human Resources
315 E Dunklin Street
Jefferson City, MO 65101
573‑659‑3013

Equal Opportunity Employer

The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to designated youth groups.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to designated youth groups.