Music Therapist in Richmond, TX

Bring your passion for music therapy to a dynamic campus environment supporting students with diverse needs. This on-site contract opportunity starts August 11, 2026, with an initial schedule of 20 flexible hours per week; hours may increase as the program expands, offering additional growth potential.

Key Qualifications:

• National certification as a Music Therapist required
• Previous experience in school or educational settings strongly preferred
• Background working with students with autism and developmental disabilities
• Knowledge of assessment protocols and delivering therapy aligned to IEPs
• Ability to design and modify adaptive equipment for student success
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Must satisfy district fingerprinting and credential verification requirements

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group music therapy sessions at itinerant school sites, adapting approach to student age and needs
• Assess student abilities to determine eligibility and support IEP goals
• Track progress and keep compliant, organized records and reports
• Design, construct, and provide adaptive materials to promote achievement
• Actively participate in ARD meetings, interpreting assessment data and contributing to placement and goal-setting
• Consult and collaborate with staff, parents, and administrators to maximize students’ therapy benefits and understanding of the program
• Lead staff-development training within assigned schools
• Foster a positive, inclusive environment while maintaining student management practices in line with campus policy
• Support ongoing program evaluation and recommend improvements based on findings
• Attend all required professional development to maintain best practices in the field

This flexible, part-time role empowers you to impact young lives while developing your expertise in an engaged and welcoming educational community. Professionals eager to make a difference through creativity and evidence-based practice are encouraged to apply now for immediate consideration!