The primary purpose of this position is to provide quality, school-based intervention services to children who are presenting with a wide variety of physical, communicative or learning differences/abilities that affect their ability to participate in some academic tasks. The Music Therapist will evaluate children and will develop and monitor individualized goals according to treatment plans and IEPs. Administer standardized assessments and provide parent education and support. Music Therapy Services are provided to students who have a wide variety of differences or disorders including physical, cognitive or developmental and who are determined eligible for services through the IEP or 504 process. Music Therapists work with individuals using music to improve their physical, emotional, cognitive, academics, and social well-being.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

● Possess a clinical knowledge of the role of Music Therapy Services in the education setting

● Provide comprehensive assessment of students with concerns related to Music Therapy for special education initial referrals and for three-year re-evaluation. ● Providing direct instruction and support to students receiving Music Therapy using a variety of music and music-based activities to address therapeutic goals such as improving communication and social skills, promoting emotional regulation and self-expression, and supporting physical rehabilitation

● Participate as a specialist in the area of Music Therapy for the purpose of determining eligibility for MT services or Devices.

● Assist teams to determine modified curriculum or equipment needs and provide training to ensure access to specially designed education instruction and curriculum.

● Collaborating with other school staff, including special education teachers and speech-language pathologists, to integrate music into the educational plan for students with disabilities

● Adhering to ethical and professional standards as outlined by the American Music Therapy Association

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

● Participate in the preparation and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) for identified students on caseload.

● Prepare records and reports for eligibility evaluations, services IEP/IFSP and transitions according to program procedures or as directed.

● Demonstrate knowledge of and follow special education rules, regulations, procedures and timelines of the special education code.

● Monitor programs using observation, data collection and pre-post assessment.

● Serve as a resource consultant and trainer to provide specialized suggestions and/or materials for use by educators and/or parents and assist with registering students with the appropriate agencies that serve the student population.

● Manage multiple priorities and timelines. ● Staying up-to-date on new music therapy techniques , approaches and best practices for their use in the classroom ● Collaborating with teachers, parents, and other school staff to develop and implement strategies to support student learning and participation in the classroom through use of music. ● Providing training and support to teachers and other school staff on the use of music therapy techniques and strategies

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES:

● Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4+ years) in a field that meets CDE Requirements for the position

● 1 year directly related experience in a pediatric setting.

● Ability to pass background/fingerprint clearance, health screenings and provide/obtain immunizations (TB) valid within the last year.

● Current Music Therapy Licensure/Certificate (Board Certified Music Therapist

● Valid Driver’s License, proof of auto insurance, and reliable transportation excluding virtual providers only.

● Ability to travel to school sites and/or clinic for in-person providers. Virtual providers are exempt from this requirement.

COMPETENCIES:

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

● Enthusiastic, Professional, Responsible

● Dedicated to work with children with special needs.

● Ethical

● Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

● Communicate in the spirit of cooperation, compassion and openness.

● Demonstrate cultural competence through understanding others cultures, understanding cultural differences and valuing the importance of culture and valuing the difference.

● Intermediate skills in Microsoft and Google documents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

There are prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom. Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one’s tone, demeanor, and height, by bending or leaning, to teach each client. Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties such as self-injurious behaviors, elopement, physical/emotional dysregulation. Must be able to kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push and pull to teach and or therapeutic activities for clients throughout the day. There are prolonged periods sitting and working on a computer to complete necessary paperwork using typing or speech to text. Specific vision abilities required to read printed materials and a computer screen; including close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must possess alertness and stamina to perform daily duties with attention to detail and work indoors. The work requires light physical exertion including occasional lifting/moving of items over 25 pounds. Ability to lift and safely transport materials in and out of vehicles/schools. Effective hearing and speech communication in person and over the telephone/computer is essential to 2

fulfilling the duties of this position. Note: Physical Demands may vary for virtual workers. Please reference the Employee Remote Agreement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The duties of this job are almost always indoors which is climate controlled. Working conditions are normal for a TK-12 school and/or pediatric clinic. In school settings, during times of inclement weather, providers are able to use their best judgment to determine if working indoors is most appropriate. Employees are frequently in the presence of students, other employees, school staff and student parents while working in person, virtually or having conversations on the phone. The office/school temperature is climate-controlled but may from time to time be warmer than normal (summer) or colder (winter). The sound level is generally quiet however can vary based on school class/activities (recess, PE, etc), client engagement or behavior. The employee often performs work in an unsupervised setting.