Music Therapist
2 hours ago
Hackensack
Music Therapist (MT-BC) – School-Based Position About Music Makers International Music Makers International is a leading provider of music therapy and music-based educational services throughout New Jersey. We partner with daycares, elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and community organizations to support the cognitive, social-emotional, communication, and developmental growth of neurodivergent learners and students with special needs. Position Overview We are seeking a Licensed Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) to provide school-based music therapy services in daycare, elementary, middle school, and high school settings throughout Northern, Central, and Southern New Jersey. This is a one-year contract position offering a consistent schedule, a set number of weekly sessions, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships within school communities. Responsibilities • Plan and facilitate engaging, evidence-based music therapy sessions for neurodivergent learners and students receiving special education services., • Support student goals related to communication, social-emotional development, self-regulation, behavior, motor skills, and academic engagement., • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, therapists, and support staff., • Maintain session notes, documentation, and data collection as required., • Utilize IEP goals and objectives to guide intervention planning and measure student progress. Qualifications • Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) required., • Experience working with neurodivergent learners and special education populations preferred., • Familiarity with IEPs, goal tracking, progress monitoring, and data collection is strongly preferred., • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills., • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to assigned school locations. Why Join Music Makers International? • Consistent, school-year-based opportunities with a set number of sessions., • Supportive and collaborative clinical team., • Meaningful work that creates lasting impact for students and school communities., • Opportunities to serve a variety of educational settings and age groups throughout New Jersey. Join our team and help transform lives through the power of music.