Visiting Assistant College Lecturer, Department of Music Therapy - Cleveland State University, College of Health

About this position

Cleveland State University’s (CSU) College of Health (COH) and Department of Music Therapy invite applications for a full-time, Visiting Assistant College Lecturer (non-tenure track) to teach in the bachelor’s degree program beginning August 17, 2026. This is an on-campus position and is a 9-month academic year contract. The primary functions of this position are to teach a wide range of undergraduate music therapy courses and to provide effective clinical supervision across clinical practice domains. This position does not include research. This position is responsible for fulfilling all required responsibilities as outlined by the American Music Therapy Association standards including program development in accordance with AMTA standards and those as required by NASM. Other duties include assessing student learning, working with faculty colleagues on course development, assisting in student recruitment and retention, and contributing to service across campus. The successful candidate will be required to maintain national music therapy board certification and Ohio Licensure in music therapy. The successful candidate will demonstrate professional knowledge, administrative and management skills, and higher education experience. Excellent time management, organizational ability, and effective communication skills are required, as are the potential for excellence in online teaching and commitment to online education. Job Summary Cleveland State University’s music therapy programs are approved by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) and the university is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). The Department of Music Therapy values faculty and staff who can inspire innovation and inclusivity, promote health equity and wellness, and educate with excellence. The department welcomes applicants who are knowledgeable and passionate about working within an urban, cross-cultural learning environment. The Department of Music Therapy is housed in the College of Health (COH), along with the departments of Health Sciences & Human Performance, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, the School of Nursing, and the School of Social Work. Together, the COH offers more than 23 undergraduate and graduate academic programs in health professions, nursing programs, social work and related certificate programs all designed to provide clinical and experiential learning, interprofessional practice, and scholarship activities. The COH operates two on-site health clinics that provide hands-on training to our students and health care to our communities. The COH deeply understands its role in advancing health equity, uniquely preparing practitioners and clinicians to practice and lead in a rapidly changing healthcare system. CSU is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body in all its dimensions. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized an

Requirements

• The successful candidate will be required to maintain national music therapy board certification and Ohio Licensure in music therapy
• The successful candidate will demonstrate professional knowledge, administrative and management skills, and higher education experience
• Excellent time management, organizational ability, and effective communication skills are required, as are the potential for excellence in online teaching and commitment to online education

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