Part-Time Art Therapist for Schools - Inspire Growth

Orange Tree Staffing, LLC; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

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General and Professional Liability保险

Job summary

Orange Tree Staffing, LLC is seeking an Art Therapist to provide education-based therapy services to students in Frederick County for the 2026-2027 School Year. The role is part-time with up to 18 hours per week, focusing on social, emotional, and behavioral well-being within school settings.

You will collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams, participate in IEP meetings, and document progress in accordance with district requirements.

Qualifications

• Art Therapist Certification

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group art therapy sessions to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral well-being.
• Use creative and therapeutic interventions to help students express themselves, build coping skills, and process experiences.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate art therapy into student support plans and classroom strategies.
• Assess students’ strengths and needs, developing individualized treatment goals aligned with their academic and personal growth.
• Participate in IEP meetings and team discussions, providing input on mental health, social-emotional goals, and art-based interventions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of therapy sessions, treatment plans, progress notes, and compliance reports in accordance with district and state requirements.
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support as needed to ensure student safety and well-being.
• Educate staff and families on the benefits of art therapy and strategies to reinforce emotional expression and resilience at school and home.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where students feel encouraged to explore and express themselves through art.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current with best practices in art therapy, mental health, and student support services.

Job description

Orange Tree Staffing, LLC is seeking an Art Therapist to provide education-based therapy services to students in Frederick County for the 2026-2027 School Year. The role is part-time with up to 18 hours per week, focusing on social, emotional, and behavioral well-being within school settings.

You will collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams, participate in IEP meetings, and document progress in accordance with district requirements.