Part-Time Accompanist

Lone Star College; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 48,188 - 68,632; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive collegial environment

Tuition waiver

Participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan

Job summary

A community college in Texas is seeking an Accompanist to provide piano accompaniment for music students and support the Music Department. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Music and at least 3 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will be skilled at sight-reading and possess extensive knowledge of vocal repertoire. This position is integral to enriching students' learning experiences in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Experience in a higher education setting preferred.
• Ability to work with students facing unique barriers.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment for music students.
• Attend rehearsals and performances for the Music Department.
• Monitor students’ rehearsal requirements.

Skills

Skilled pianist

Extensive knowledge of vocal repertoire

Excellent sight-reading ability

Cheerful and positive demeanor

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music or related field

Tools

PC workstation

Piano

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Kingwood

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-Kingwood, an innovative and dynamic community college located in the pine-forested suburbs of northeast Houston, has an opening for someone interested in working with a diverse group of colleagues who want to make a difference in the lives of students and grow professionally. Kingwood focuses on fulfilling individual dreams and enhancing community life and offers unique programs in respiratory care, computer gaming and dental hygiene.

Location address is 20000 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope

The Accompanist provides piano accompaniment for music students. May provide additional assistance in support of Music Department.

Essential Job Functions

1. Attends rehearsals and performances in support of the Music Department.
2. Ensures that students have opportunity to learn the music score, diction, pitch, tempo, rhythm, and style.
3. Coordinates lesson plans with Instructor.
4. Monitors that students meet their rehearsal requirements.
5. Provides Instructor with student evaluations of practice effort and approach during rehearsals.
6. Provides piano accompaniment for music activities to include choirs/instrumental/solo rehearsals and performances, assists students to read the assigned music with the right tempo, rhythm, pitch, diction and style.
7. Performs at major productions as scheduled by Instructor.
8. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skilled pianist
• Extensive knowledge of vocal repertoire
• Excellent sight-reading ability
• Cheerful and positive demeanor

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and a piano
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office/theater environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Music or related field and at least 3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a higher education setting
• Previous experience working with students who have unique barriers and experience in assisting these students with their educational success

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $42.40

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.

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How to Apply

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