For Schools
Special Education Solutions for Schools Nationwide
At TheraPeds, we understand the daily challenges school districts face in delivering consistent, high-quality special education services. That’s why our mission is to support schools with school-based therapists—connecting you with credentialed, compassionate therapists and educators who make a lasting difference, whether in person, virtually, or through hybrid models.
Why Schools Choose TheraPeds for School-Based Therapy Support
We know firsthand the demands of working in education and the critical need for reliable, qualified specialists. That’s why we offer more than just a therapist—we deliver a hands-on, therapist-led team dedicated to your success. Our school-based therapy solutions include experienced Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Special Education (SPED) teachers, Physical Therapists (PTs), School Psychologists, Social Workers, Teachers for the DHH, TVI, O&M, and more who seamlessly integrate into your school environment.
TheraPeds specializes in connecting schools with top-tier special education services that meet compliance, caseload, and instructional support needs.
In addition, our proven process ensures you receive top talent quickly. As a result, we maintain excellent retention with both our specialists and school districts, reflecting the strength of our network and the relationships we build.
Our Comprehensive School-Based Services
- In-Person, Virtual and Hybrid Therapists – Flexible service delivery to meet the diverse needs of your district, live or virtually.
- Onboarding, Training and Support – We prepare all staff to align with your school’s procedures and expectations.
- Caseload Management and Compliance – Our specialists handle evaluations, IEP development, documentation, and direct services.
- Collaboration and Family Education – We work closely with caregivers, teachers, and staff to support student progress.
- After-School and Summer Options – Extend learning year-round with ESY and seasonal services.
TheraPeds delivers trusted special education solutions by connecting schools and districts with experienced SPED educators and licensed school-based therapy professionals.
- Physical Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Speech-Language Pathologists
- School Psychologists
- School Social Workers
- Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA)
- Behavior Interventionists
- Physical Therapist Assistants
- Occupational Therapist Assistants
- Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants
- Special Education Teachers
- Audiologists
- Sign Language Interpreters
- Hard of Hearing, Deaf, and/or Visually-Impaired Teachers
Our Hiring and Onboarding Process
At TheraPeds, we make hiring easier with a proven seven-step process designed to connect schools with top-tier special education teachers.
1. Expert Screening – We vet candidates through a detailed screening process to ensure high-quality matches.
2. In-depth Interviews – Each candidate goes through interviews, reference checks, and a selective evaluation.
3. You Choose the Best Fit – Review the top matches, and your team selects the best candidates to interview.
4. Customized Placement – We collaborate with your team on rate, schedule, and service needs to ensure alignment.
5. Transparent Pricing – Our hourly billing covers therapist pay, benefits, taxes, and our service fee, with no hidden costs.
6. Smooth Onboarding – TheraPeds helps staff complete licensure and onboarding steps to match your district’s policies and expectations.
7. Reliable Ongoing Support – Our hands-on team provides continuous support, ensuring high-quality, consistent student services.
The Benefits of Working with TheraPeds
Using TheraPeds' Special Education Specialists Makes Strategic Sense
With special education teacher shortages at an all-time high, school districts are being forced to do more with fewer resources—and often, fewer qualified professionals. Vacant roles don’t just impact HR—they disrupt student services, place added pressure on existing staff, and make it harder to stay compliant with IEP mandates.
To meet these growing demands without overburdening internal teams or exceeding budgets, more administrators are turning to trusted partners like TheraPeds for flexible, cost-effective support.
Why Choose TheraPeds
As a result of our deep expertise, TheraPeds specializes in school professionals. We recognize the transformative impact that Special Education specialists have in shaping the lives of students, and we also understand the importance of tailored SPED talent solutions. That’s why our mission is to connect your educational institution with highly qualified and compassionate therapists and teachers who will have a lasting impact on your students, your school, and your community.
Powerful Partnership
We’re not a contract services agency; we’re your Special Education partner. We know the inner workings of SPED and our goal is to foster genuine connections between school professionals and their students. We’re committed to making those connections happen for you.
Specialized Experience
Our therapists and teachers are experts in their fields, and we understand the unique demands of working in the school system. Whether you’re seeking speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, special education teachers, school psychologists or social workers, we’ve got you covered.
Commitment to Excellence
We gauge our success by the achievements of our staff, schools and students. We believe in collaboration and continual training to ensure our staff stay at the forefront of educational advancements and teaching methods, ensuring they exceed all expectations
Prioritizing Students, Staff, and Districts
Our flexible approach includes no non-compete clauses. If our therapists and districts would like to discuss alternative direct-hiring options at the end of the employment term, we will always support what is best for our staff, students and districts.
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Let’s Partner Together
Whether you're filling one role or building an entire team, TheraPeds is ready to help. Let’s talk about how we can support your students—and your staff—this year.
