Part-Time Contractor Music Therapist

Mar-Amta; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supervision

Continuing education

Community outreach

Job summary

The Nashua Community Music School is seeking a part-time music therapist to support our growing MT program. You will provide direct service to diverse participants in the Greater Nashua area, with on-site sessions at NCMS and occasional community partnerships.

Ideal applicants will be Board-Certified MT with a Bachelor’s in Music Therapy, able to deliver in-person and remote sessions, and comfortable completing documentation.

Qualifications

• Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT)
• Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited university
• Ability to deliver in-person sessions and occasional remote sessions
• Commitment to cultural humility and accessibility in services
• Capable of completing anti-oppressive documentation in a timely manner
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel in the Greater Nashua area

Responsibilities

• Direct service to a diverse participant base in the Greater Nashua area, on-site and in community settings
• Manage documentation and record-keeping for sessions
• Provide group sessions and workshops as needed
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, and continuing education opportunities

Skills

Board certified MT

Bachelor’s in MT

Cultural humility

In-person & remote sessions

Team collaboration

Transportation & travel

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy

Job description

Nashua Community Music School - 2 Lock St, Nashua, NH 03064

Job Description*

The Nashua Community Music School is seeking a community-minded, versatile, reliable, and motivated person to join our team as a part-time music therapist. This person will play a key role in the continued growth and development of the NCMS Music Therapy Program.

Job Responsibilities: Direct Service and Documentation: 100%

The Part Time Music Therapist will work primarily in direct service to a diverse participant base in and around the Greater Nashua area in Southern New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts. Direct contact hours will include one-on-one participants on site at Nashua Community Music School, group sessions out in the community, and one-time or less frequent groups and workshops in the community and at partner organizations. They will be responsible for their own documentation and record-keeping, with paid time for doing so. The Part Time Music Therapist must have a demonstrated devotion to unlearning biases and developing ongoing cultural humility. Monthly and weekly supervision, monthly team meetings, and continuing education opportunities are included.

Qualifications The ideal applicant must:

• Have passed the Board Certification Exam and be a Board-Certified Music Therapist
• Have a Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy (or equivalent or higher degree) from an accredited university
• Have a genuine passion for working with clients of all ages and abilities
• Believe that high quality music experiences should be accessible to all
• Have a demonstrated devotion to unlearning biases and developing ongoing cultural humility
• Feel at home delivering in person and occasional remote sessions for all ages
• Possess the vision and enthusiasm for fostering the growth of our new MT programs and community partnerships
• Be comfortable completing anti-oppressive documentation in a timely manner
• Have the capacity to work independently and as part of a team
• Have reliable transportation and be willing to travel in and around the Greater Nashua area

About NCMS: The mission of the nonprofit Nashua Community Music School is to create innovative music programs that are accessible to all. NCMS offers music education opportunities for all ages including: private music lessons, group classes, ensembles, Music Therapy, Music Outreach Programs, and summer camps. We appreciate teachers and Music Therapists who create meaningful connections with our students while supporting our efforts as a nonprofit community service-based organization.

Desired Hours & Start Date: We currently have a need for coverage on Thursdays, 5-8pm, onsite at NCMS starting in November 2026 (with onboarding late October 2026); potential to grow into a 10am-8pm position or more depending on music therapist and participant availability.

Pay: $50-$90 hourly depending on experience plus paid documentation hours

Posted Date: 09/23/2026