Part-Time Accompanist

Job Title: Part-Time Accompanist

Location: LSC-Kingwood

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job : 43645

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.

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

Job Description

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

• Attends rehearsals and performances in support of the Music Department.
• Ensures that students have opportunity to learn the music score, diction, pitch, tempo, rhythm, and style.
• Coordinates lesson plans with Instructor.
• Monitors that students meet their rehearsal requirements.
• Provides Instructor with student evaluations of practice effort and approach during rehearsals.
• 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.
• Performs at major productions as scheduled by Instructor.
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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: Tuition waiver, participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan and more.

How to Apply: ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY. We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.