Music Enrichment Instructor in Mehlville, Missouri at AB Spectrum

Enhance your clinical career with AB Spectrum, a team proudly named a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. We earned this recognition, which is based entirely on employee feedback, because we foster a culture where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

AB Spectrum provides specialized ReggioABA™ (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy for young children (ages 1-6). Our foundation is ABA, an evidence-based therapy focused on developing communication, social, and adaptive living skills.

• Our Model: Our centers utilize a unique Therapy Through Play model. We embrace the principles of Reggio Emilia by devising a Natural Environment Teaching (NET), child-led learning environment to deliver individualized, high-quality early intervention services in settings that replicate a natural preschool.
• Our Team: Join our collaborative team of BCBAs, RBTs, SLPs, and Administration. You'll benefit from cross-disciplinary collaboration and unique special visits, including music facilitators, pet interactions, and other partnerships.

Are you a musician who loves working with kids? Do you believe in the power of a song to help a child grow? We are looking for a high-energy Music Enrichment Instructor to lead playful, rhythmic sessions for our learners (ages 1-6). This isn't just a gig—it's a chance to use your talent to make a clinical impact in a "Therapy Through Play" environment.

• Compensation: $16.50 per hour
• Term: Approximately 6 months
• Schedule: Part-time, approximately 25 hours per week (variable based on client enrollment)

• Design and Facilitate Groups: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate small-group music sessions (45-60 minutes each).
• Travel and Logistics: Travel regularly throughout the week to facilitate sessions across our area locations: St. Peters, and Wright City.
• Implement Developmental Goals: Utilize musical activities to support goals in areas such as communication, social interaction, motor skills, and behavior regulation, in consultation with clinical supervisors.
• Reggio-Inspired Practice: Use an emergent curriculum and environment, inviting children's interests to guide the direction of the musical play and exploration.
• Behavioral Support: Employ foundational principles of ABA (e.g., positive reinforcement, structure, and routine) to maintain an engaging and focused group environment.
• Documentation and Feedback: Maintain basic session notes and communicate observations about client engagement and progress to the interdisciplinary team.
• Materials Management: Maintain and organize musical instruments and materials, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment.

The successful candidate must meet the following minimum qualifications for this specialized role:

Education, Expertise, and Legal Compliance

• Musical Expertise: Demonstrated high level of proficiency and skill in playing one or more instruments (e.g., guitar, piano, ukulele, percussion).
• Education (Preferred): Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field preferred, OR equivalent professional experience as a performing or teaching musician.
• Background Check: Must be able to pass a background check and maintain a clear record throughout employment.
• Conflict of Interest: Must not have immediate family members currently receiving therapy or services at our clinics.

Professional Skills and Experience

• Experience with Children: Proven experience working with young children (ages 2-6 preferred), ideally in a group setting.
• Experience (Desirable): Experience working with children with developmental differences is highly desirable.
• Behavioral Principles: Familiarity with positive behavioral strategies often used in early intervention and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Values Alignment (Asset): An understanding of and appreciation for the Reggio Emilia approach (e.g., the child as capable, the environment as the third teacher) is a significant asset.

Mobility and Professional Conduct

• Transportation: Must possess reliable transportation and be willing and able to travel across all 5 service locations weekly.
• Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license and up-to-date auto insurance are required.
• Energy and Creativity: A highly energetic, empathetic, and adaptable approach to meet the diverse needs of clients.

Core Professional Competencies

• Communication & Teamwork: Possess strong communication and teamwork skills to effectively collaborate with clinical staff, families, and management.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: Must be flexible and collaborative, capable of adjusting music activities and schedules to meet the dynamic needs across multiple service locations.
• Growth Mindset: Must demonstrate a willingness to learn, apply feedback, and grow within the role.

• Bonusly Rewards: An employee recognition program where points earned and given convert to cash.
  Company-Wide Events – Celebrate with us at our Winter Gala and Spring Picnic
• Clinic-Based Celebrations – Enjoy local team bonding events like our Fall Festival
• Special Guest Visits – Surprise and delight with visits from:
• • 📚 Story Time with our very own clinic mascot
  • 🚌 The Gym Bus for movement and play
  • 🫧 The Bubble Bus for outdoor sensory fun
  • 🍌 Chef Bananas and other engaging guests throughout the year

Joining our team means being part of a mission-driven, supportive, and lively environment, where your work makes a real difference for children, families, and colleagues alike.