Music Therapist (Part-Time)

The Parish School; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,042,000 - 55,104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

iPads in classroom

Interactive Boards

Materials allowance

Small class sizes

Collaborative environment

Job summary

The Parish School in Houston, TX seeks a Part-Time Music Therapist to join The Carruth Center. You will plan and deliver music therapy activities, supporting language, cognitive, and psychosocial development for students with communication delays and learning differences.

Work is 10–16 hours per week in a clinical school setting, with a per-visit pay structure. The role emphasizes collaboration with educators and therapists within a nurturing, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree (B.M./B.A./B.S.) in Music Therapy or Equivalency Degree in Music Therapy minimum; or degree in music education with at least one or two years related experience and/or training
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC)

Responsibilities

• Plan music lessons/activities and lead classes (Language Development Class) to support language and learning goals for individual students.
• Provide individual music therapy sessions for students on referral basis.
• Maintain client records in EMR system.
• Collaborate with lead teachers/therapists for scheduling and continuity of care.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment and engage with staff, students, and families.

Skills

Voice & guitar

Communication

Multitask

Adaptability

Detail oriented

Collaboration

Education

Music Therapy degree

Tools

MS Office

EMR system

Job description

Discover a Purposeful & Meaningful Career

Why Parish?

At The Parish School, you will discover purposeful and meaningful work that transforms the lives of students and changes the trajectory of their future. You will find a nurturing community that values people, ethical practices, passion and creativity. Our staff are the most valuable resource we have in accomplishing our mission to empower children who have communication delays and learning differences to thrive through whole-child education, innovative therapy and access to nature.

I truly look forward to coming to work at The Parish School each day, that I often seem to overlook that it is ‘work.’ From my inspiring colleagues, educators and therapists to our brave, strong and lovable students, I am constantly learning and given opportunities to grow and advance my professional skillset. I am very humbled and grateful that I am able to be a part of a school community that cultivates my creativity and passion in special education, but more so being on a team in a remarkable school community that is naturally collaborative, encouraging, and welcoming. My heart is here at The Parish School.

Heather P.

Elementary Coordinator

Competitive Compensation

Time off and Paid Leave

Health and Wellness

Professional Growth and Development

Resources

Living out your passion should not come at the expense of your own financial resources. Our staff is deserving of the tools needed to do their job well.

• Laptop provided with necessary software
• Additional technology tools available for your classroom including iPads and Interactive Boards
• Access to high quality materials and supplies including unlimited lamination and color copies
• Monthly allowance for classroom materials

Other Parish Perks

In addition to the Parish Perks, working at The Parish School is richly rewarding in other ways. We offer a collaborative environment where you will learn from and work with smart, nurturing and gifted professionals in a variety of fields. The Parish School is a place filled with devoted individuals who care deeply, celebrate successes, laugh together and have fun.

• Small class sizes with low student-teacher ratios
• Supportive administrators who value and respect others
• Autonomy and freedom in your work
• Early release for students on Fridays
• Supportive Parent Teacher Organization
• Education pricing at many businesses and some wireless providers

Position: Music Therapist (Part-Time)

Location: Houston, TX

Job Id: 405

# of Openings: 1

Part-Time Music Therapist

Work Location: The Carruth Center at The Parish School

Status: Part-Time: Per Visit pay structure

Schedule: 10-16 hours per week.

• Clinical setting with a school holiday schedule!

Position Overview

The Music Therapist is responsible for planning therapeutic and classroom music activities for individual students and groups which promote physical, cognitive, communicative, and psychosocial development and facilitates experiential learning of musical concepts, music appreciation, and musical skills.

Mission
The Carruth Center provides child-centered, developmentally appropriate and impactful therapy services to children and their families through collaboration, meaningful connections and quality interventions. The Carruth Center is a non-profit organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans music lessons/activities and leads music classes (Language Development Class) through music-based curriculum to support language and learning goals for individual students.
• Plans instruction to achieve specific objectives based upon student need, established curriculum, and consultation with lead teachers/therapists.
• Implements instructional techniques to encourage and motivate students.
• Modifies and individualizes instruction of program to meet the needs of each child.
• Researches music material, composes songs, and determines appropriate songs for students.
• Collaborates and consults with other professionals for scheduling and to assist each student.
• Attends collaborative consultation meetings and roundtable meetings to ensure continuity of care across all therapeutic and classroom settings.
• Provides individual music therapy sessions for students on a referral basis for students who could benefit from music therapy services.
• Maintains client records in company EMR system.
• Must be proficient and comfortable on voice and guitar
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities concurrently
• Shows initiative in leading projects
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Dependable and organized
• Detail oriented
• Ability to adapt and be flexible
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Sound judgment in decision making and problem solving
• Ability to engage with the internal and external community of the organization
• Desire to continue professional development
• Ensures a safe and secure environment for all staff, students, and clients

Education/Experience

Degree (B.M./B.A./B.S.) in Music Therapy or Equivalency Degree in Music Therapy minimum; or degree in music education with at least one or two years related experience and/or training

Computer Skills

Highly proficient in MS Office applications

Certificates

Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC credentials)

About The Parish School
Since 1983, The Parish School has educated children ages 2–12 who have communication delays and learning differences, empowering them with the tools to succeed. This nationally recognized, special needs school in Houston, Texas provides an education for the entire family within the environment of a nurturing and safe 17-acre campus with on-site pediatric therapy clinic, The Carruth Center. Our personalized academic approach—with a focus on communication skills, social learning, independence, nature and the arts—allows children to thrive and grow.
The Parish School and The Carruth Center are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender or religious affiliation.