SPECIAL EDUCATION MUSIC THERAPIST 2026-2027

SPECIAL EDUCATION; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Ector County ISD in Odessa, Texas, seeks a SPECIAL EDUCATION MUSIC THERAPIST to support eligible students within a classroom setting. The role requires collaboration with campus and district staff to deliver music therapy consultations, assessments and services aligned to each student’s IEP.

A bachelor’s degree in music therapy, board certification, and knowledge of autism interventions are required. The position is exempt, 187 workdays, with a teacher salary level and a starting date of

Qualifications

• Knowledge of strategies and interventions for autism and developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of music therapy procedures, strategies and equipment.
• Familiar with assessment protocols for music therapy evaluation and IEP alignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom music therapy consultations to support students with autism and other developmental disabilities that address IEP goals.
• Provide music therapy formal and informal assessments to determine needs and measure progress.
• Serve as a resource for teachers to provide professional development and consultation.
• Plan and provide PD to enhance music therapy strategies in the classroom.
• Assist in selecting instructional materials and equipment.
• Participate in ARD committee to interpret assessment data and placement decisions.

Skills

Autism interventions

Music therapy assessment protocols

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy

Board certified

Job description

SPECIAL EDUCATION MUSIC THERAPIST 2026-2027

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Job Details

Job ID: 5618250

Application Deadline: Feb 28, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 01, 2023 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Ector County ISD

SPECIAL EDUCATION MUSIC THERAPIST

Title SPECIAL EDUCATION MUSIC THERAPIST

Description SPECIAL EDUCATION Music Therapist

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: __EXEC Director of Special Education Pay Grade: Teacher Salary

Dept./School: Special Education Days: 187

Primary Purpose:

Work collaboratively with campus and district staff to provide music therapy consultation, support and evaluation services to eligible special education students in a classroom setting.

Qualifications:

Minimum bachelor's degree in music therapy from an accredited university by the American Music Therapy Association

Board certified

Special Knowledge Skills

Knowledge of specific strategies and interventions for working with students with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Knowledge of procedures, strategies and equipment used in music therapy. Knowledge of proper assessment protocols for music therapy evaluation Knowledge of how to provide services for students in alignment with students' IEP.

Such alternatives to these qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide classroom music therapy consultations to support students with autism and other development disabilities that address students IEP goals.

Provide music therapy formal and informal assessments when requested to determine students' needs and to measure progress.

Serve as a resource for special education classroom teachers to provide professional development and consultation.

Plan, promote, and provide professional development that will provide music therapy strategies to enhance classroom environment.

Assist in the process for the selection of instructional materials, musical instruments and instructional materials.

When necessary, participate in the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with the interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement and goal setting for the students according to district procedures.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional prolonged or irregular hours. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. occasionally with assistance

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $61,000 to $76,850 Per Year

Contact Information

• (Tony) Hiram De La Rosa , HR Director
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