Job Title: Music Therapist (Classroom & Clinic-Based)
Reports To: Clinical Director + Preschool Director
Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Hourly Rate: $30-36/hour DOE
Location: Includ(Ed) Center – Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

Position Summary

Includ(Ed) is seeking a creative and compassionate Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) to serve in a dual role, equally split between:

• Music Exploratory Teacher within our inclusive early childhood classrooms

• Clinic-Based Music Therapist providing services to young children and families.

This full-time position is ideal for a highly collaborative therapist who thrives in both group and 1:1 settings, and who is passionate about using music to foster communication, connection, regulation, and joy.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom-Based Responsibilities (Approx. 12-16 hours/week)

• Design and lead engaging music exploratory sessions for children ages 0–5 in inclusive classroom setting

• Collaborate with classroom teachers, therapists, and inclusion staff to align music activities with developmental goals
  Support classroom routines (e.g., transitions, greetings) through music-based strategies

• Attend weekly team meetings to discuss student progress and shared goals

• Support whole-school events, celebrations, and family engagement opportunities with music as a unifying tool

Clinic-Based Responsibilities (Approx. 24 hours/week)

• Provide a minimum of 16 client-facing hours/week of music therapy to young children with a range of developmental needs

• Develop and implement individualized music therapy treatment plans aligned with each child’s developmental, therapeutic, and family-centered goals

• Conduct regular assessments and maintain timely, detailed documentation for all services

• Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to support continuity of care

• Participate in case consultations and therapist collaboration meetings

Qualifications

• Board Certification (MT-BC) required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA-accredited program

• Minimum 1 year experience working with young children in educational or clinical settings (preschool or early intervention preferred)

• Strong skills in songwriting, instrument use, and adapting music for diverse abilities

• Comfort working in both group and 1:1 environments, with and without co-therapists or teaching staff

• Passion for inclusion and commitment to family-centered, culturally responsive care

Additional Information

• This is a year-round position with paid time off, professional development opportunities, and the support of a collaborative, joyful team

• All instruments and materials are provided

• Therapists are part of our growing interdisciplinary outpatient team, which includes speech, occupational, and Physical therapy providers

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter to jobs@includedsd.org.