Employment Opportunities

Full-Time Principle Accompanist/Instructor

The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus (JCC) is seeking a skilled and dedicated Full-Time Accompanist/Instructor to join our team. This individual will play a vital role in supporting JCC’s mission of providing high-quality choral music education to children in Northeast Florida. The ideal candidate is a versatile musician with strong piano and/or organ skills, excellent collaborative abilities, and a passion for working with young singers.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Accompaniment for JCC Choirs

    • Serve as the primary accompanist for all JCC choirs during rehearsals, performances, and tours.

    • Collaborate closely with conductors to prepare and deliver engaging choral experiences for singers and audiences.

  2. Online Music Theory Instruction

    • Coordinate and coach online music theory programs for JCC singers, ensuring alignment with educational objectives.

    • Provide individualized guidance and feedback to help singers strengthen their musicianship skills.

  3. Leadership In the absence of the Artistic Director, the accompanist may lead choirs in rehearsal 

  4. Teach Preschool Music Classes

    • Lead engaging, age-appropriate music classes for preschool-aged children, introducing basic musical concepts through singing, movement, and rhythm activities.

    • Develop lesson plans and implement teaching strategies to foster an early love for music.

  5. Summer Camps Direct and accompany JCC summer camps

  6. Community Engagement

    • Act as a musical ambassador for JCC, fostering positive relationships with schools, community organizations, and local audiences.

Schedule

  • Monday: Rehearsal from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM;

  • Tuesday: Evening rehearsal from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

  • Thursday: Evening rehearsal from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

  • Saturday: Morning rehearsal from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM, once or twice monthly.

  • Sunday: Monthly afternoon rehearsal from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

  • Additional rehearsals, performances, preschool classes, and events as scheduled.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary: $65,000 annually.

  • Benefits: Full-time benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, long and short-term disability insurance, 401k eligible and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Proficiency as a pianist; organ skills are preferred.

  • Experience accompanying choral ensembles or working in a collaborative setting.

  • Strong sight-reading skills and ability to play a wide range of musical styles.

  • Familiarity with online music theory instruction and software (e.g., MusicTheory.net, , MusicAce, SmartMusic).

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.

  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Preferred:

  • Degree in Music (Bachelor’s or higher) with a focus on piano, organ, or collaborative performance.

  • Previous experience working with children’s choirs or youth music programs.

  • Experience teaching early childhood or preschool music classes.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 collaborative accompanying recordings in varying styles to Darren Dailey, ddailey@jaxchildrenschorus.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its staff and programming. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.