Entry Level Private Music Instructor Jobs
New grad private music instructor jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong teaching portfolio or internship work at a studio or school can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, with employers like Tarleton State University, Houston Methodist, and Florida State University hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
At Houston Methodist, the Music Therapist position is credentialed and board certified and is responsible for applying the principles and techniques of their respective modality to patient care in order to treat and rehabilitate people with mental, physical and emotional needs. This position will conduct assessments, observations and treatments in both individual and group settings, document findings and recommendations in the medical record, and participate in treatment team meetings. The Music Therapist position provides education to patients, patient's family members, and/or caregivers and collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals. This position assists with collection of quality metrics and analytics, with development of best practices and process improvement initiatives, as designated.
This position will support the Palliative Care department within our Med Center location.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s degree
Experience
One year experience providing music therapy in medical population or two years experience providing music therapy in other populations
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
MT-BC - Music Therapist Board Certification (CBMT) - Certification Board for Music Therapists
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Exhibits excellent delivery of customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers; demonstrates ability to establish and maintain highly effective professional relationships with physicians
Ability to work independently
Completed advanced training in neurologic music therapy through the Robert F Unkefer Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy for positions in rehabilitation settings
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment and leads to the team to be a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Responds positively to requests for assistance from customers, employees and visitors, using clear and professional communication to facilitate problem resolution.
- Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for retention/employee engagement, using peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Utilizes music therapy as part of patient’s complete and comprehensive evaluation to identify patient’s level of function, develop the plan of care and improve issues with emotional, psychological and cognitive well-being.
- Provides education to staff, patients and family members about music therapy services and relevant research through formal in-services and informal daily interactions.
- Coordinates aspects of patient care and development into the population-specific program through personalized interaction.
- Organizes and completes work efforts, as appropriate, to ensure the best possible delivery of service, contributing towards improving scores for patient satisfaction.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Documents clinical interactions in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintains a safe environment, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness and HIPAA.
- Participates in patient or team conferences in order to learn about discharge plans, treatment goals and medical concerns from the treatment team, and in order to contribute relevant progress and concerns from creative arts therapies perspective.
- Communicates team resource and performance improvement needs to ensure quality and customer service standards, impacting quality and safety department and hospital targets.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritizes daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members. Meets labor productivity standards by effectively managing established patient load assignments.
- Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient interventions and education performed in a timely manner in the medical record. Accurately enters charges for services provided, as applicable.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supports hospital and department goals by offering innovative solutions through participation in department projects. Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that improve quality or services. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education, completing and updating the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call: No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Come lead with us!
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
At Houston Methodist, the Music Therapist position is credentialed and board certified and is responsible for applying the principles and techniques of their respective modality to patient care in order to treat and rehabilitate people with mental, physical and emotional needs. This position will conduct assessments, observations and treatments in both individual and group settings, document findings and recommendations in the medical record, and participate in treatment team meetings. The Music Therapist position provides education to patients, patient's family members, and/or caregivers and collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals. This position assists with collection of quality metrics and analytics, with development of best practices and process improvement initiatives, as designated.
This position will support the Palliative Care department within our Med Center location.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s degree
Experience
One year experience providing music therapy in medical population or two years experience providing music therapy in other populations
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
MT-BC - Music Therapist Board Certification (CBMT) - Certification Board for Music Therapists
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Exhibits excellent delivery of customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers; demonstrates ability to establish and maintain highly effective professional relationships with physicians
Ability to work independently
Completed advanced training in neurologic music therapy through the Robert F Unkefer Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy for positions in rehabilitation settings
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment and leads to the team to be a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Responds positively to requests for assistance from customers, employees and visitors, using clear and professional communication to facilitate problem resolution.
- Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for retention/employee engagement, using peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Utilizes music therapy as part of patient’s complete and comprehensive evaluation to identify patient’s level of function, develop the plan of care and improve issues with emotional, psychological and cognitive well-being.
- Provides education to staff, patients and family members about music therapy services and relevant research through formal in-services and informal daily interactions.
- Coordinates aspects of patient care and development into the population-specific program through personalized interaction.
- Organizes and completes work efforts, as appropriate, to ensure the best possible delivery of service, contributing towards improving scores for patient satisfaction.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Documents clinical interactions in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintains a safe environment, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness and HIPAA.
- Participates in patient or team conferences in order to learn about discharge plans, treatment goals and medical concerns from the treatment team, and in order to contribute relevant progress and concerns from creative arts therapies perspective.
- Communicates team resource and performance improvement needs to ensure quality and customer service standards, impacting quality and safety department and hospital targets.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritizes daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members. Meets labor productivity standards by effectively managing established patient load assignments.
- Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient interventions and education performed in a timely manner in the medical record. Accurately enters charges for services provided, as applicable.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supports hospital and department goals by offering innovative solutions through participation in department projects. Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that improve quality or services. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education, completing and updating the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call: No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Come lead with us!
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Entry Level Private Music Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level private music instructor job?
Start by building a teaching portfolio that shows your instrument proficiency, any student progress you have documented, and lesson plans you have developed. Employers at this level look for candidates who have taught informally, volunteered at community music programs, or completed a student teaching placement. A music education degree or relevant certification helps, but demonstrated passion and a clear teaching philosophy can set a new grad apart.
Which companies hire entry level private music instructors?
Companies hiring entry level private music instructors right now include Tarleton State University, Houston Methodist, and Florida State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level typically comes from music schools, community arts organizations, private lesson studios, and school districts that welcome candidates who are early in their teaching careers.
Are there remote entry level private music instructor jobs?
Yes, though most roles are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of instrument instruction. About 8% of entry level private music instructor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting growing demand for online lesson platforms that connect instructors with students virtually across the country.
Are these new grad private music instructor jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts internship teaching, student teaching hours, or a strong performance and lesson portfolio in place of full professional experience, making them accessible to candidates just entering the field.
Which industries hire the most entry level private music instructors?
Entry Level private music instructor roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because they serve students of all ages and regularly onboard new instructors to meet demand for personalized, one-on-one music education.