School Therapist - Sugar Land, TX

Embark on a meaningful contract position providing music therapy within school settings. This part-time opportunity offers flexibility for scheduling and involves working itinerantly across campuses near Sugar Land, TX, serving diverse student age groups. The assignment begins August 11, 2026, running through May 26, 2027, with 15–20 hours per week.

Key Qualifications:

• National certification as a Music Therapist required
• Experience working with students with autism and developmental disabilities strongly preferred
• Proficient in conducting assessments and determining eligibility for music therapy services
• Skilled in developing IEP goals and complying with IEP requirements
• Strong abilities in program evaluation and effective consultation with educators and parents
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with adaptive musical equipment and creative therapy solutions
• District fingerprinting (unless already completed) required prior to start

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver individual and group music therapy services within school campuses
• Design student-centered therapy schedules, maintaining compliance with campus and IEP expectations
• Assess and document student progress, adapting therapeutic interventions as needed
• Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committees to interpret assessment data and set IEP goals
• Provide consultative support and staff development to school personnel regarding music therapy
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to enhance student achievement
• Ensure a positive, developmentally-appropriate environment supporting student learning
• Manage program evaluations, adapt resources, and maintain required documentation in compliance with policies and laws

This contract role offers flexibility to structure your workweek, as well as the opportunity to exercise creativity while contributing to student success. If you are passionate about making a difference through music therapy and want to collaborate within an educational setting, submit your application today to shape a supportive and inspiring campus experience for students.