Music Therapist

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics in Texas is seeking a Music Therapist for a 1099 independent contractor role serving students in school settings. The position offers hourly pay starting at $45.00, with opportunities to impact learning and communication through music therapy.

You’ll design individualized interventions with the IEP team, deliver direct services, and collaborate with families and educators to support student progress and engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in music therapy with AMTA-approved program or equivalency.
• Current MT-BC credential required.
• Experience providing music therapy in school settings preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with IEP teams.
• Knowledge of assessment and progress monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Conduct music therapy assessments to identify strengths and needs.
• Share assessment results with parents, educators, and district personnel.
• Develop individualized interventions with the IEP team.
• Deliver direct music therapy services per IEPs.
• Collect progress data and maintain documentation.
• Participate in ARD meetings and team discussions.

Skills

Music therapy assessment

Intervention planning

IEP implementation

Progress monitoring

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience with children or students

Education

AMTA-approved degree or equivalency

MT-BC credential

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Music Therapist | 1099 Contract Position

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics | Texas
Starting at $45.00 per hour

Use Music to Support Communication, Connection, and Learning.

Music can create meaningful opportunities for students to connect, participate, and practice new skills. At Candor Consulting & Diagnostics, you’ll use your clinical expertise to provide music therapy services that support students’ educational needs and individual goals.

We’re seeking a Music Therapist for a 1099 independent contractor opportunity serving students in school settings. Bring your creativity, clinical judgment, and collaborative approach to a team that values your expertise and commitment to student success.

Why Partner With Candor?

• Competitive hourly pay: Starting at $45.00 per hour, with compensation for all time worked.
• Meaningful school-based work: Provide individualized services that support students’ engagement, participation, and educational progress.
• Collaborative partnerships: Work with families, educators, and related service providers to connect therapy goals with students’ daily learning experiences.
• A supportive professional community: Partner with a team that values your perspective and the specialized skills you bring.

Contract details: This is a 1099 independent contractor position. Company-provided employee benefits and retirement plan participation are not included.

How You’ll Make an Impact

You’ll provide individualized music therapy services that help students work toward meaningful educational goals. You will:

• Understand each student's needs. Conduct music therapy assessments to identify strengths, needs, and how music therapy may support educational progress.
• Make findings meaningful. Share assessment results and recommendations with parents, educators, and district personnel through clear, compassionate communication.
• Develop purposeful interventions. Collaborate with the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team to create individualized music therapy interventions that support goals such as communication, engagement, social interaction, and self-regulation.
• Provide direct services. Deliver individual or group music therapy as outlined in students’ IEPs, adapting interventions to their needs, preferences, and responses.
• Use data to guide services. Collect and analyze progress data, maintain accurate documentation, and use findings to inform therapy planning and IEP reviews.
• Advocate and collaborate. Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings, parent conferences, and team discussions to coordinate support and help students apply skills across educational settings.

What You’ll Bring

• A bachelor’s degree or higher, with completion of an American Music Therapy Association (AMTA)-approved music therapy degree or equivalency program.
• A current Music Therapist–Board Certified (MT-BC) credential through the Certification Board for Music Therapists.
• Knowledge of music therapy assessment, individualized intervention planning, IEP implementation, and progress monitoring.
• Strong musical, clinical, communication, and organizational skills.
• A thoughtful, adaptable approach that respects each student’s strengths, preferences, and support needs.
• Experience providing music therapy to children or students with disabilities is preferred.

Ready to Work With Candor?

Bring your creativity and clinical expertise to an opportunity where your work supports student engagement and growth. We’d love to hear about your experience and availability.

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