Musical Accompanist for Musical - 2%

Department Of Education Iowa; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education department is seeking an accompanist responsible for playing the piano for rehearsals and performances at Central High School. The candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills and a musical background, ensuring effective rapport with culturally diverse students. Duties include collaborating with directors and supervising students in various settings. The role demands good attendance and the capability to interact in a fast-paced environment. This is a supplemental contract position with an emphasis on student engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students.
• Must have good attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties including playing the piano for rehearsals and performances.
• Work with directors to make necessary adjustments to the music.
• Supervise students in all types of weather.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Musical background

Theatre background

Job description

Position Type: Other/ Other

Date Posted: 12/12/2025

Location: Central High School

District: Davenport Community Schools

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

This is a 2% supplemental contract.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The accompanist will perform duties including but not limited to playing the piano for rehearsals and performances using the chosen score, and working with the music, book and pit directors to make necessary adjustments to the music.
• Successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.
• Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully.

Physical Requirements

(HBV ? Yes ? No)

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
• Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
• Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

Work Environment

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Noise level is quiet to loud.
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
• Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
• Substance-free environment.
• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.

Special Qualification Desired

• Musical Background
• Theatre Background
• Successful Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 3:43:38 AM CST.