TITLE:

HS Vocal Accompanist

POSTION 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

1. Play piano for vocal department as needed in rehearsals and concerts. 2. Prepare music in a variety of styles and genres. 3. Maintain sensitivity to the ensemble needs. 4. Notify the director when the piano needs tuning and maintenance.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(for every DMPS position): 1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis. 2. Maintain confidentiality. 3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees. 4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned

DEPARTMENT

Activities Department

REPORTS TO

Activities Director/Vocal Director

EVALUATES

N/A

BARGAINING GROUP

N/A

FLSA STATUS

Exempt FT/PT:

Part time

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sitting

WORKING CONDITIONS

Inside 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: carol.wynngreen@dmschools.org . 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