Lecturer in Music Therapy

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Lecturer in Music Therapy

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

The Music Therapy Program within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences invites part-time faculty candidates for the position of Lecturer in Music Therapy. Position will teach music therapy courses as needed, which may include:
Introduction to Music Therapy, Clinical Orientation, and possibly other Music Therapy courses.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

NA-part-time faculty

This position is not benefits eligible.

• Prepare course outlines and teach assigned courses based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically); incorporate and supervise undergraduate music therapy students for 10-week practicum placements with MTSC clients.
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to teach the introductory-level music therapy course.
• Ability to teach students in a clinical setting needed.
• Ability to deliver instruction online.
• Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed.
• Ability to incorporate technology into teaching.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Master’s Degree in Music Therapy or a related field.

Three (3) years of cumulative experience as a music therapist across clinical settings.

Experience teaching music therapy courses at the college and/or university level.

Board-Certified Music Therapist, MT-BC.

Based on course assignment.

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number: UN998PO

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category:
Faculty

Desired

Start Date:

08/01/2026

Multi-Hire Pool:
No

Position End Date (if temporary):

Reports to:

Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Salary: $2800/class (Master's); $3100/class (Doctorate)

Open Date: 03/06/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant: N/A.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.