HS Vocal Accompanist

HS Vocal Accompanist - Lincoln
Des Moines Public School District LINCOLN HIGH - DES MOINES, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Details
Job ID: 5744827

Application Deadline: Apr 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: May 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description
TITLE: HS Vocal Accompanist

POSITION TYPE: INST

STIPEND AMOUNT: $1793.00

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required: 1. Experience accompanying a vocal ensemble. 2. Ability to sight read vocal scores effectively.
Desired: 1. Degree in music, with an emphasis in vocal or piano performance.

BASIC FUNCTION: Conduct and administer performances and rehearsals of a high school jazz band.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Play piano for vocal department as needed in rehearsals and concerts.
Prepare music in a variety of styles and genres.
Maintain sensitivity to the ensemble needs.
Notify the director when the piano needs tuning and maintenance.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

DEPARTMENT: Activities Department

REPORTS TO: Activities Director/Vocal Director

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

FT/PT: Part time

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sitting

WORKING CONDITIONS: Inside

EEO Statement
The Des Moines Independent Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions, concerns or a complaint related to this policy, please contact Carol Wynn-Green, 901 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309; phone: 515-242-7709; email: [email protected]. Complaints can also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission,400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-1004, (515) 281-4121, or Region VII Office for Civil Rights, Citigroup Center 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475 Chicago, IL 60661-4544.

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

Approved By: Lillie Noland

Date: 5/28/2026

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Lillie Noland , Executive Assistant
HUMAN RESOURCES
Phone: 515-242-7701
Email: [email protected]