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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area…
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SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Lecturer-Pool Faculty in Music (Music Therapy: Clinical Supervisor) - up to 2 positions to be filled
Requisition
202600072F
Rank
Lecturer-Pool
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type
Part-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Arts & Media
Department
School of Music
Open Date
06/05/2026
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47321
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Scott D. Plugge
Title
Music Therapy Search Committee, Chair
Sam Houston State University
Box 2208
Huntsville, TX 77341-2208
Contact Phone
936-294-3808
Contact Email
plugge@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Provides clinical music therapy services to clients and weekly clinical and academic supervision to undergraduate and bachelor’s equivalency-level students enrolled in practicum. Clinical sites include but are not limited to our on-campus university music therapy clinic, in client homes, on virtual/remote platforms, and/or in various settings in Huntsville, Willis, Conroe, The Woodlands, and the greater Houston area. Maintains effective working relationships with clients, client caregivers, and off-campus clinical site staff. Provides students with timely feedback on submitted assignments. Works with existing music therapy faculty to ensure that the American Music Therapy Association clinical training guidelines are met. Possibility to teach undergraduate music therapy course(s) in area(s) of expertise, depending on program needs.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Master’s degree in music therapy with MT-BC certification; a Bachelor’s degree in music therapy with MT-BC certification and extensive experience may be considered.
Experience Required for the Position
At least two years of full-time clinical experience in music therapy or its equivalent in part-time work; current MT-BC credential.
Other Requirements for the Position
Previous experience supervising music therapy students or interns; clinical experience working with individuals with mental health and/or neurodevelopmental diagnoses; private practice/music therapy business experience.
Special Instructions Summary
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Questions regarding the search may be directed to Dr. Scott D. Plugge, Chair –Lecturer-Pool Faculty in Music Therapy Search Committee, School of Music, Sam Houston State University, P.O. Box 2208, Huntsville, TX 77341-2208
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes