Certified Music Therapist Part Time Job at Encore Music & Performing Arts in Sou

Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Paid time off Certified Music Therapist – Part-Time with Guaranteed Hours In-Person | San Marino & South Pasadena | Starting at $35/hr for first 90 days Encore 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 grow—we 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. You’ll receive guaranteed pay for 6 hours per day, 2 days a week to start, with guaranteed pay for both instruction and administrative time—plus a clear path to full-time as your caseload grows. Compensation Structure: $35/hour for direct instruction (up to 5.5 hours per day) $22/hour for administrative duties (up to 3 hours per day) 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 fills Your 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 abilities What We Offer: Paid onboarding and training (assessments/observations begin in August; full schedule starts September) Dental insurance, accrued paid time off, and professional development assistance In-person teaching at our San Marino and South Pasadena locations A collaborative, people-first work culture The chance to be part of a growing, impactful program with a passionate team Who You Are: ✅ MT-BC certified (required) ✅ Master’s 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 setting Bonus if you can also: Teach a secondary instrument Lead small group music or movement classes To Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter including: Your primary instrument and any others you teach Any group classes you'd love to offer A short description of your music therapy approach and teaching experience Join a team where your work truly matters—help us meet growing demand and shape the next phase of our expanding music therapy program. We can’t wait to hear from you!