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MT BC Music Therapist

Encore Music & Performing Arts

place South Pasadena, 91031

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Counseling, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

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Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance, PTO

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:401(k)Dental insurancePaid time offCertified Music Therapist Part-Time with Guaranteed HoursIn-Person | San Marino & South Pasadena | Starting at $35/hr for first 90 daysEncore Music, a thriving and community-rooted music school with two vibrant locations, is excited to welcome a second Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) to our team! Our current therapist now has a full schedule five days a week, and demand continues to growwe have a waitlist and are ready to expand!This is a rare opportunity to join a flourishing program and help even more students benefit from the healing power of music. Youll receive guaranteed pay for 6 hours per day, 2 days a week to start, with guaranteed pay for both instruction and administrative timeplus a clear path to full-time as your caseload grows.There is also an opportunity for an additional two days of classroom teaching at a school for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) for a candidate interested in taking on 4 days to start.Compensation Structure:$35/hour for direct instruction (up to 5.5 hours per day), with pay increase discussion after 90 days.Paid administrative duties! (up to 3 hours per day paid at the non-instructional rate)Total: 8-hour paid day (guaranteed 2 days/week with 6+ hours paid each day to start)Opportunity to increase hours and days as your schedule fillsYour Role: Design and lead individualized, goal-oriented music therapy sessions Collaborate with families and staff to assess and support student progress Create a warm, welcoming space for students of all ages and abilitiesWhat We Offer:Paid onboarding and training (assessments/observations begin in August; full schedule starts September)Dental insurance, accrued paid time off, and professional development assistanceIn-person teaching at our San Marino and South Pasadena locations- No travel!A collaborative, people-first work cultureThe chance to be part of a growing, impactful program with a passionate team1 week of paid vacation annualy available after 9 months of employment.Who You Are: MT-BC certified (required) Degree in Music Therapy or equivalent Comfortable working with diverse populations and age groups Organized, communicative, and reliable Excited to grow your caseload in a positive, community-centered settingBonus if you can also:Teach a secondary instrumentLead small group music or movement classesTo Apply:Please send your resume and a brief cover letter including:Your primary instrument and any others you teachAny group classes you'd love to offerA short description of your music therapy approach and teaching experience