Music Therapy Classroom Teacher for ASD

Encore Music & Performing Arts; South Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Accrued paid time off

Professional development assistance

Paid onboarding and training

Job summary

A community-rooted music school in Pasadena is seeking a Part-Time Music & Movement Classroom Teacher. In this role, you will lead sessions for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, fostering their social and cognitive growth through music. The ideal candidate has a strong musical background, is comfortable working with neurodiverse populations, and is eager to make a meaningful impact. Compensation starts at $30/hr, with additional benefits like dental insurance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with special needs populations is strongly preferred.
• Excited to make a meaningful impact through creativity and connection.

Responsibilities

• Lead music and movement sessions for students with ASD.
• Collaborate with school staff to adapt activities.
• Create a safe and encouraging classroom environment.

Skills

Strong background in music

Comfortable working with neurodiverse populations

Classroom management

Organized and communicative

Job description

Overview

Music & Movement Classroom Teacher – Part-Time In-Person | Pasadena | Starting at $30/hr

Encore Music, a thriving and community-rooted music school with two vibrant locations, is excited to welcome a new Classroom Teacher to work with students on the Autism Spectrum! This position is ideal for a passionate educator or musician who wants to make a real difference—and it can also be a perfect stepping stone for someone who may later pursue Board Certification in Music Therapy (MT-BC).

Responsibilities

• You’ll be leading Tuesday and Thursday classroom sessions at a school for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), using music and movement to support social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
• Board Certification is not required to start, but prior experience working with special needs populations is strongly preferred.
• Your Role: Lead engaging, goal-oriented music and movement sessions tailored to students with ASD
• Collaborate with school staff to adapt activities and meet individual needs
• Create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment

Compensation

• $30-$35/hour for direct instruction
• Paid administrative duties at a non-instructional rate
• Opportunity to join our Music Therapy program once board certified

What We Offer

• Paid onboarding and training (assessments/observations begin in August; full teaching schedule starts September)
• Dental insurance, accrued paid time off, and professional development assistance
• In-person teaching only—no extra travel between multiple sites during the day
• A collaborative work culture

Who You Are

• Strong background in music, movement, or arts education
• Comfortable working with neurodiverse populations and adapting lessons to different learning styles
• Organized, communicative, and reliable
• Excited to make a meaningful impact through creativity and connection
• Timeliness is key!

Bonus

• Play and teach a secondary instrument
• Lead small group music or dance classes
• Have experience in classroom management or special education

To Apply

• Please send your resume and a brief cover letter including:
• Your primary instrument and any others you teach
• Any group classes you’d love to offer
• A short description of your teaching approach and experience with special needs populations