Choral Accompanist

- Position Type:
Support Staff/Choral Accompanist - Date Posted:
9/29/2026 - Location:
Thomas Jefferson Middle School - Date Available:
when position is filled - Closing Date:
when position is filled
| Choral Accompanist | JobID: 1453 |
Valparaiso Community School Corporation
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
TITLE: Choral Accompanist – Middle School Level TJMS
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Experience with students in a choral setting
2. Ability to sight-read music with a high level of proficiency
3. Successfully read open score at four or more vocal parts
4. Highly organized
REPORTS TO: Choral Director
STIPEND: $7,417.67
(Amount will be prorated if start date is after the first day of school)
HOURS: Approximately 15 class periods per school week with additional hours as assigned by Choral Director to meet performance, competition and other requirements
JOB GOAL: To develop in each pupil an appreciation of choral music; to assist the Choral Director in perfecting the skills of students; to motivate each pupil to excel in competition, coursework and individual music pursuits; to encourage pupils to explore options in music as a profession or opportunity for lifelong learning.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists Choral Director during class during the school day.
2. Holds sectional rehearsals with confidence to secure parts in the vocal score.
3. Be able to read open scores, play in all key signatures, and follow conductor's nuances.
4. Assists with classroom management.
5. Accompany choirs and soloists for all concerts, contests and all other performances during and outside the school day.
7. Work closely with the director in any and all musical projects.
9. Assist with assessments – both individual and group.
10. Assist with music literacy.
11. Other duties as assigned by the Choral Director.