Title:                                  Music Therapist

Location:                           Kent ISD – Center Programs (Lincoln School, Lincoln Development Center, Pine Grove, KEC Oakleigh and ECC S. Godwin. 

Classification:                    200 day Non-Union Professional Classification Grade 6

Reports to and

Evaluated By:                    Director of Center Programs

Terms of

Employment:                     200 day position

Positions

Supervised:                        None

BROAD STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Music Therapist is responsible for the planning and successful delivery of music therapy to students in accordance with the mission, vision, philosophy and policies of Kent ISD Center Programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans and implements creative musical interventions based on therapeutic goals to improve student’s psychological, physical, and social health
2. Provide music therapy sessions.
3. Teaches fundamental principles of music and musicianship skills, such as music theory and basic notation
4. Conveys enthusiasm and excitement for music to students to help instill them with a desire to learn
5. Balances and maintains instrument inventory.
6. Effectively builds a positive and responsive classroom culture
7. Designs and implements cross-curricular units of study that effectively integrate literacy instruction and utilize active pedagogy
8. Differentiate instruction to support all students in the learning process
9. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment in the educational environment.
10. Communicates with parents and school staff on student progress.
11. Confers with other classroom teachers and related service personnel concerning any educational needs of the students served in the program.
12. Attends staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and other professional activities.
13. Serve as a member of the school’s PBIS team.
14. Works with school teams in supporting behavior through FBA’s and PBSP’s
15. Regular, reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job.
16. Performs other duties as directed by Administrator/Principal.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy
2. Certified with the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT)
3. Three years prior music therapy experience, preferred.
4. Demonstrated experience working with students with disabilities, preferred.
5. Have musical instrument proficiency in piano, guitar, drums, and singing ability.
6. Ability to communicate informational ideas in spoken and written language for clear understanding.
7. Willingness to participate in all phases of the instructional program.
8. Ability to work constructively with parents, students and staff.
9. Current CPR and First aid certification.

1. Non-violent Crisis Intervention certification

11. Must pass criminal background check as required by School Safety Legislation.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Benefits: Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid sick and personal days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF/ SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment. The Coordinator for Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act and Title II is: Dave Rodgers, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources