Music Therapist-10M

Houston Independent School District • Houston, TX

39d

About The Position

Provides music therapy services for students with disabilities receiving special education services in HISD. Plans and provides music therapy services to reinforce and strengthen targeted skills. Collaborates with parents, community agencies, and other professionals in the provision of music therapy to students.

Requirements

• Microsoft Office and Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier)
• Music Therapy Board Certification - (MT-BC)
• Knowledge of procedures, activities, and equipment used in music therapy
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy
• 1 to 3 years as a music therapist

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides music therapy services to reinforce and strengthen skills as specified on the individualized education program (IEP) of students with disabilities.
• Evaluates students to determine the need or continued need for music therapy services and supports.
• Tracks individual progress on individualized and or group music therapy goals and objectives.
• Develop strategies and techniques targeting student IEP goals and objectives.
• Designs, constructs, modifies, and provides students with therapy to promote maximum independence.
• Develops, implements, and monitors training for staff on issues related to providing music therapy services.
• Organizes and implements small group/large group professional development sessions and on-site assistance for general and special education personnel as it relates to music therapy services for students with disabilities.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees