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If you’re a school contractor, you might be wondering: When is the right time to start reaching out to districts about services for next year? You don’t want to be too soon that it confuses schools or discourages you while you're in motion, but you also don’t want to miss the window when schools are...

As a school contractor, securing yearly contracts isn’t just about delivering great services—it’s about being able to demonstrate your value to school districts. One of the best ways to do this? A mid-year satisfaction survey.

This simple but strategic step can help you ensure quality, strengthen r...

A January contract refers to a contract obtained in January for the remainder of the school year. As schools often face staffing shortages or changing needs, January can be a crucial time for school contractors to secure contracts that will keep their business growing OR get their journey as a contr...

Getting a school to finally agree to meet about your contract services is a big win—but now what?

It’s easy to feel a little lost when the meeting day arrives, but don’t worry! Here are some of my top tips to help you walk into the conversation feeling confident and prepared.

1. Have a Series of Qu...

If you’re a school contractor, you might be wondering if a website is necessary for your business. After all, most of your work likely comes from networking or direct outreach to schools, right? While these methods are effective if you want to expand, having a professional website can help you stand...

As an SLP/OT/PT considering virtual school contracts, you may already recognize the flexibility and opportunities remote work can provide. However, breaking into the virtual school contracting world comes with its own set of challenges that require some planning.

If you’re looking to contract teleth...

I often get asked about private school contracting AND my answer is usually long--blog-length, if you will. 

As therapists, contracting with private schools can provide rewarding opportunities to support students in unique educational environments. However, how you execute these contracts will vary ...

 As someone who’s been in the contracting space for quite a while, I can confidently say there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to success. Every school, in every state, has its own unique definition of “perfect.” So, before we dive into today’s topic, let’s start with a positive affirmation for you,...

As a school-based SLP, OT, or PT contractor, you might think that once the school year has started, your chances of securing a contract are slim.

However, the opposite is often true, especially for virtual contractors.

Many contractors actually secure their initial contracts after the school year ha...

What is onboarding? Onboarding is the process that takes place between a contract being signed and the start of billable services. It's about obtaining everything you need from your school to hit the ground running as a contract business.

The onboarding process is crucial for ensuring your direct co...