Part-time Music Therapist (MT-BC) / Piano Teacher for the 2026-27 School year

Overview Are you excited to begin or grow a rewarding career in music therapy with a supportive team that values your growth, creativity, and well-being? Hug Music is looking for a passionate and skilled Music Therapist/Piano Instructor to join our vibrant team of board-certified music therapists. Why Hug Music? At Hug Music, we believe in the transformative power of music and its ability to foster deep connection and growth. Established in 2014, we're a thriving music school in Forest Hills, Queens, NY, serving over 200 individuals weekly—from infants to adults, including children with special needs. Our founders and directors are highly experienced board-certified music therapists, educators, and professional musicians who take a music-centered, person-centered, and humanistic approach. Hug Music has developed unique and effective curriculums for music therapy, adaptive music lessons ( Musicreative™ ), and early childhood music ( Hug Melody® ) —earning us a long-standing reputation and a waitlist since day one. At Hug Music, we celebrates diversity and inclusivity. Your talent is celebrated, your growth is prioritized, and your work truly makes a difference. Whether you're newly certified or an experienced therapist seeking a nurturing and structured environment, this opportunity offers stability, competitive pay, and meaningful professional support. [Position Available for Hire ] Part-time Music Therapist & Piano Instructor This position requires a minimum commitment until June 30, 2027, following a school-year-based employment model, and offers annual options for contract renewal.

Salary & Benefits Competitive Pay:

$42-$50 per clinical hour for in-studio, back-to-back sessions

Optional Outreach Work:

Starting at $60-$70 per hour; morning opportunities available Paid Time for

Non-Contact Work:

Includes documentation, prep, supervision, and training

Additional Office Hour Pay:

One paid ($20) office hour per workday will be automatically added ! This can can be used for admin, prep, or professional development (on-site or remote, at your preference). 5-7

Weeks of Structured Time Off:

Built into the calendar to support vacation and self-care

Professional Development Support:

Workshops, observation, clinical training (e.g., clinical improvisation, Nordoff-Robbins approach, songwriting, ethics etc)

Supportive and Collaborative Culture:

Emphasis on self-care, open communication, and teamwork Comprehensive Benefits Package Retirement Plan with employer contribution matching Paid Supervision, Workshops, peer-supervision and staff meetings: employees are constantly supported to cultivate their skills and advance their knowledge

CBMT/AMTA/CMTE

Reimbursements Additional Benefits for Full-Time Employees includes Monthly health insurance reimbursement, or Up to 7 weeks of paid time off ($500/week, up to $3,500/year) Milestone bonus (at the third-year milestone) Paid-time off (eligible after 1 year of employment) •Eligibility criteria apply to some benefits. Your Role As a Music Therapist/Instructor, you will: Conduct individual music therapy sessions and adaptive music lessons Teach individual and semi-private music lessons, primarily to children aged 3.5 -12 Develop and implement individualized treatment and lesson plans Provide engaging instruction mainly in piano Maintain clear and timely documentation Communicate effectively with students, families, and team members Contribute to a structured, caring clinical environment Work Schedule Part-Time (10+ hours/week)

Weekdays:

2:00 PM-7:30

PM, Saturdays:

1:00 PM-6:30 PM (Morning hours may be available upon request) Saturday availability preferred; flexibility to build caseload in summer Minimum commitment through June 30, 2027 Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy (prospective grads welcome) MT-BC or eligibility (Must be an MT-BC within 90 days of hire) 1+ year experience with young children with special needs Piano proficiency Strong communication in English (spoken & written) Commitment through June 30, 2027 Legal U.S. work authorization at least through that date Highly Preferred 1+ year experience teaching piano or adaptive lessons Strong piano skills (a plus!) Familiar with music-centered approach Who You Are Professional, empathetic, collaborative Eager to grow and musically expressive Hiring and Onboarding Timeline Now- June 10: Accepting applications May 15- June 15:

Interviews By Early-June:

Hiring finalized

Mid-June:

Initial training begins (length and schedule will be customized based on your experience and availability). Training should be completed by late June or early July.

July-August:

You will begin working independently, with a gradual caseload build-up supported by supervision and additional training as needed.

September:

Full caseload begins Apply today! Please send your resume and cover letter to directors@hugmusicny.com Include your MT-BC number (if you are certified). Inform us of your preferred times for your interview If you currently live outside of New York City, kindly provide your relocation plan for this position. Have video recordings of your performances (guitar, piano, and voice) ? Feel free to share those to accelerate your interview procedure We can't wait to meet you and explore how you can grow with us at Hug Music!

Pay:

$42.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person