Open Position: Association Bookkeeper

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Job Title: Bookkeeper

Job Type: 9 Month Contract (September 1 to May 31)

Compensation: The contracted amount for this position will be based on experience.

Location: ILMEA is located in Palos Heights, Illinois. This position is designed as a hybrid of in-office and work-from-home. The ILMEA office is a dog-friendly environment with two resident dogs.

Schedule: Working hours are flexible, but must include availability during normal school hours to facilitate communication with school personnel.

Travel: The travel for this position will be limited to once or twice a year for potential professional development.

This position reports to the Executive Director and does not have any staff reports.

To apply for this position, please email Darcy Nendza, Executive Director, at [email protected]. Please include:

• A .pdf of your résumé including references

• References will not be contacted without notification

• A video introduction (2-3 minutes) that answers the questions:

• Why are you interested in working specifically for ILMEA and this position?

• How would you contribute to ILMEA's work towards our vision of “A high-quality music education for all Illinois learners.”?

• What role does music play in your life?

• What is one artist or album recommendation you have?

• The subject line “Application for Bookkeeper”

Application deadline: Sunday, August 17, 2025

Hiring Goal: September 1, 2025

ILMEA is an equal opportunity employer.

VISION STATEMENT

High-quality music education for all Illinois Learners

MISSION STATEMENT 

The Illinois Music Education Association exists to advocate for universal access to comprehensive music education; deliver exemplary professional development for educators; and provide outstanding musical experiences for all Illinois learners facilitated by licensed music educators.

STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & ACCESS

The Illinois Music Education Association believes the diversity of our students and educators strengthens our organization, and people engage best when they know they are valued. We strive to honor this diversity in our conductors, clinicians, and repertoire, so every Illinois student and teacher can see themselves reflected in ILMEA.

With more than 3,500 members, we are one of the largest state music education associations in the country. ILMEA is, by far, the largest Fine Arts education organization in Illinois and among the largest in the nation.

ILMEA is a non-profit association, representing every level of music education, in every discipline, including yours! We are dedicated to the advancement of your profession and to you as an individual music educator.

There are many positive features to Membership with ILMEA, all offering a special benefit for your growth and professionalism.  Click on "Membership" to the left to learn the benefits of joining the only professional association in Illinois dedicated to the support of a comprehensive, standards based and assessed program of music education.

Board of Directors

The ILMEA Board of Directors is made up of music educators representing eight performing and professional divisions of music education and each of the nine geographic districts in Illinois.

Board members serve a three-year term for a maximum of two terms in that position. 

Policies

Click links below to view ILMEA documents:

Constitution of the Illinois Music Education Association (7-1-2021)

ILMEA Operational Policy Manual

ILMEA Policy Change Procedure

ILMEA Board Governance Policy Manual

ILMEA Awards

The Illinois Music Education Association offers six different awards to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of music education in this state. 

• "Mary Hoffman" Award of Excellence

• Distinguished Service Award

• Outstanding Administrator Award

• Honorary Life Membership Award

• 25 Year Recognition Awards

• Collegiate Chapter Recognition Award

Click below for more information on each award and to nominate deserving individuals.

ILMEA History

Read about the history of ILMEA, its leadership and work in Illinois music education.