We are seeking a credentialed art, dance/movement, drama, or music therapist who can deliver evidence-based, developmentally appropriate interventions in both individual and group settings. The therapist will collaborate with school staff, caregivers, and ITA supervisors to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral goals during the Summer Early Semester Year (ESY) program. Candidates should demonstrate strong clinical skills, flexibility in adapting to diverse school environments, and a commitment to culturally responsive care. This position may also involve providing guidance to clinical interns assigned to summer placements.
Essential Requirement: must have access to a personal vehicle to travel between school sites. (Please note: public transportation will not meet the travel needs of this position.)
Hours: Full-Time
Start Date: End of June 2025
Compensation: $48,000 – $55,000 annually, pending experience
Benefits:
- Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- 401K
- Life Insurance
- Paid time off, including 7 days over the winter holidays
- Professional development reimbursement
- Free clinical supervision
- CEUs provided for ITA-hosted trainings
- Mileage reimbursement for travel between sessions
- All therapy supplies provided
- Option to purchase supplemental insurance through Aflac
Required Qualifications
Candidates must hold one of the following credentials:
- ATR or ATR-P (art therapy)
- R-DMT or equivalent (dance/movement therapy)
- RDT or equivalent (drama therapy)
- MT-BC & LPMT (music therapy)
Application Process: Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@itachicago.org with the subject line “Summer ESY Therapist Application.”