Location: St Coletta
1901 Independence Ave SE Washington, DC 20003
Contact: Stephanie Frierson
Stephanie.Frierson@stcoletta.org
Description:
Music Therapy Teacher
St. Coletta of Greater Washington is a non-sectarian, nonprofit organization that supports individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and secondary disabilities. We are currently seeking A Music Therapy Teacher who will be responsible for developing and planning musical presentations throughout the school year in which selected students will participate, electing maintaining and ordering musical instruments and equipment; and providing lessons which are geared toward the individual student’s abilities through the use of adaptions, accommodations and modifications and as appropriate aligned with the classroom themes
Examples of Essential Functions:
Plan design, organize and direct music therapy activities incorporating a theme based learning approach
Direct and participate in instrumental and vocal music activities designed to meet student’s therapeutic needs
Encourage students to take part in the music sessions by supporting them in responding musically
Use music improvisation to enhance the individual nature of each relationship.
Collaborate with others members of the school program team in planning music activities in accordance with student’s therapeutic needs capabilities and interest.
Directing the school choir and providing vocal instruction.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an approved college or university in Music Therapy, or related field Certification as a Music Therapist by a certification board for music therapist (CB-MT). Prior experience working with people with intellectual disabilities and
Knowledge and understanding of students with intellectual disabilities, autism and multiple disabilities.
Ability to evaluate problems and progress of assigned students.
Ability to work with aides and specialists in developing a constructive and healthful learning environment.
Ability to learn and adapt new methods and techniques.
Benefits:
Health, Dental & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid vacations
Convenient Metro-accessible location
403B with company match
Free life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance and more
Apply at stcoletta.org/careers/
Closing Date: 1/1/2025