Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Part-Time Accompanist, Music in Houston

Position Details

Job Title: Part‑Time Accompanist, Music

Location: LSC-CyFair

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part‑Time

Job ID: 43660

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

Job Description

Purpose and Scope: The Accompanist provides piano accompaniment for music students.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides piano accompaniment for music students for individual rehearsals and vocal performance classes
• 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 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 and/or 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

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.

EEO Statement

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