Piano Accompanist - Part-Time

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word seeks a part-time piano accompanist to support the Department of Music through piano accompaniment during rehearsals and performances. The role collaborates with area coordinators and private lesson instructors and serves as an instructional resource for music students.

Work hours are as needed, with assignments varying outside the regular school day. The position is hourly and reports to the Chair of the Music Department.

Qualifications

• Advanced piano skills.
• Familiarity with and experience playing standard vocal and instrumental repertory.
• Advanced sight reading skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, instructors, and area coordinators.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment during rehearsals and performances.
• Work closely with area coordinators and private lesson instructors.
• Serve as an instructional resource for music students.
• Adhere to time clock and hourly work requirements.
• Report to the Chair of the Music Department.

Skills

Piano skills

Sight reading

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Diversity awareness

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music (piano)

Master's degree in Piano Performance

Job description

Position Summary

The piano accompanist provides support to the Department of Music through accompaniment on piano. The accompanist works closely with area coordinators and private lesson instructors during rehearsals and performances, which may occur during and outside the regular school day. The accompanist also serves as an instructional resource for music students. The piano accompanist reports to the Chair of the Music Department.

UIW Mission

Position Summary

The piano accompanist provides support to the Department of Music through accompaniment on piano. The accompanist works closely with area coordinators and private lesson instructors during rehearsals and performances, which may occur during and outside the regular school day. The accompanist also serves as an instructional resource for music students. The piano accompanist reports to the Chair of the Music Department.

This position is a part-time, as needed, hourly position. Days and hours assigned will vary based on departmental need at the time of assignment. As an hourly employee, use of a time clock is required.

Essential Functions

Job Duties

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Advanced piano skills.
• Familiarity with and experience playing standard vocal and instrumental repertory.
• Advanced sight reading skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, instructors, and area coordinators.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree in Music or related field with piano as primary instrument.

Required Work Experience

Three (3) years of experience in collaborative piano.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Piano Performance or related degree.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Works as needed based on departmental assignment. Assigned hours may occur during and outside of the regular school day.

Physical Demands

Typical for position of this nature.

Posting Number: AS2135PO

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category: Staff (non-exempt)

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary):

Reports To: Dean, College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences

Salary: $40/hour

Open Date: 04/16/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled: Yes

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).