Music Therapist - School Based

Job Title:

Music Therapist - School Based

Pay Range:

$40-$50 per hour

Job Description:

$40-$50/hr. | Part -Time | Ft Worth, TX | School-Based | MT-BC Certification Required

About the Role: Provide music therapy services to students with disabilities in K-12 school settings. You'll conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver direct music therapy to support students' communication, social-emotional, cognitive, and motor goals. This role collaborates closely with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate music therapy into each student's IEP and maximize outcomes.

Why Join Us:

• CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation

What You'll Do:

• Conduct formalized and functional assessments to determine eligibility and baseline functioning
• Develop and implement individualized music therapy treatment plans aligned with IEP goals
• Provide direct music therapy services targeting communication, social-emotional, behavioral, cognitive, and/or motor skills
• Complete and maintain compliant IEPs; participate in annual and triennial reviews
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and families to support skill generalization across settings
• Maintain accurate session notes, assessment data, and progress documentation
• Participate in ARD/IEP meetings and contribute clinical recommendations

What We're Looking For:

Must Have:

• Board Certification in Music Therapy (MT-BC) from the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT)
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved program, or equivalent coursework
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan background clearance
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Preferred:

• One or more years of experience providing music therapy in a school or pediatric setting
• Familiarity with special education law, IEP processes, and ARD meetings
• Knowledge of evidence-based music therapy practices for diverse populations
• Experience working with students with autism, communication disorders, or other developmental disabilities

About Point Quest Group: Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.

Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs - and deserves - to succeed.

Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer