Vocal Music Accompanist

HIGH SCHOOL; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnston Community School District HIGH SCHOOL in Johnston, Iowa is seeking a Vocal Music Accompanist to assist and support the music staff in the education of children. The position is part-time with a starting date immediately and an hourly wage of $26.23.

Work days include Monday, Tuesday, Friday mornings and additional hours for concerts; qualifications require a High School Diploma or GED, piano accompaniment ability, sight-reading of choral parts, and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Proficient in playing piano accompaniments.
• Proficient in sight-reading choral parts.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Accompany vocal music ensembles on the piano for rehearsals and performances.
• Record accompaniments.
• Assist in supervision of students in classroom and other areas of the school facility.
• Assist staff in preparation of materials and equipment used in the classroom.
• Work with students under teacher direction and support classroom management as needed.
• Keep teacher/administrator informed of student-related matters.
• Maintain knowledge and use of available technology.
• Provide assistance to students as needed and assist in integrating special education students.
• Perform other duties requested by supervisor.

Skills

Piano accompaniment

Sight-reading choral parts

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Vocal Music Accompanist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5989821

Application Deadline: Nov 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Nov 11, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITIONSUMMARY: Assist and support music staff in the education of children

Work Days & Hours:

• Monday, Tuesday & Friday: 8:35 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.
• Wednesday: 9:50 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
• Thursday: 7:45 a.m. - 9:10 a.m.
• Additional hours outside the school day for performances/concerts

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficient in playing piano accompaniments
• Proficient in sight-reading choral parts
• Ability to work flexible hours

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Professional Performance Criteria

• Accompany vocal music ensembles on the piano for both rehearsals and performances.
• Record accompaniments.
• Assists in the supervision of students in the classroom and other areas of the school facility. This may include:
  • concerts / performances
  • school related activities during contracted hours
  • emergency drills/situations
• Assists staff in preparation of materials. This may include:
  • recording accompaniments
  • reproducing and preparing materials and equipment used in the classroom
• Works with group or individual students in the daily routine of the classroom under the teacher’s direction. This may include:
  • assisting teacher with classroom management and/or implementation of behavioral management plan(s)
• Keeps teacher/administrator informed of all relevant student-related matters.
• Maintains working knowledge and use of available technology.
• Provides assistance to any student as need arises or as requested.
• Assists in the integration of special education students in the regular classroom.
• Other duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor.

Personal Performance Criteria

• Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students.
• Ability to relate to all children regardless of needs and/or abilities.
• Contributes to creating a positive work environment.
• Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality.
• Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day.
• Works independently and with confidence.
• Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations.
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $26.23 Per Hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kyla Burns , Associate Principal
• HIGH SCHOOL
• Email: [e-mail]