Job Description

Adelphi is seeking highly qualified Music Therapists to provide music-based therapeutic interventions to support the emotional, cognitive, communicative, and social development of students across educational settings in Texas. The ideal candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate music therapy into Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and promote student growth and access to learning.

Job Quick Facts:

• Reference #: BD-1042-17
• Profession: Allied Health
• Specialty: Music Therapists
• Location: Houston, Texas
• Facility Type: School
• Coverage type: On-Site
• Job Type: Contract
• Schedule: Full-time, 7.5 hours/day during the academic year (per school calendar)
• Start Date: 09/01/2025 (tentative)

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved program.
• Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) credential from the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT).
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Texas if required by the district.
• Experience working with children and youth in educational or therapeutic settings.
• Familiarity with IDEA, IEPs, and special education services.
• Strong musical proficiency in voice and multiple instruments (e.g., guitar, piano, percussion).

Responsibilities:

• Conduct music therapy assessments to determine students’ therapeutic needs and strengths.
• Develop and implement music-based interventions tailored to IEP goals and student abilities.
• Use music as a tool to support communication, behavior regulation, social interaction, emotional expression, and academic engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and parents to integrate therapy into classroom routines.
• Document therapy sessions, track student progress, and provide reports for IEP meetings and evaluations.
• Maintain a structured and supportive environment during individual and group sessions.
• Participate in ARD/IEP meetings and contribute to goal development and service planning.
• Stay current with best practices in music therapy and school-based service delivery.
• Maintain instruments and materials used in therapy sessions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.

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