Is It Too Early to Reach Out to Schools for Next Year? Mar 06, 2025

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...

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Why School Contractors Should Send a Mid-Year Satisfaction Survey to Contract Districts Feb 11, 2025

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...

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Selling to Schools: Top 3 Paths of Entry Jan 29, 2025

I mean--who doesn't love discussing sales? (That was sarcasm....many of us struggle with this topic.)

Selling contract therapy services to schools can feel like navigating a maze, especially when you’re trying to find the right approach to getting started with these conversations.

As with many things...

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Tips for Getting a January Contract Dec 18, 2024

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...

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Have a Meeting with a School About Your Contract Services? Here Are My Top Tips! Dec 02, 2024

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...

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Do I Need a Website if I’m a School Contractor? Oct 10, 2024

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...

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5 Tips for Contracting with Schools for Virtual Therapy Services Oct 03, 2024

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...

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Contracting with Private Schools Sep 11, 2024

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 ...

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5 Common Pitfalls to Avoid as a New Contractor Sep 04, 2024

 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,...

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The 3 Primary Ways to Work with Schools as a Related Service Provider Aug 21, 2024

As a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Occupational Therapist (OT), Physical Therapist (PT), or any other related service provider, working with schools offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.

However, deciding the best way to collaborate with schools ca

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Securing School Contracts After the School Year Has Started: Top Tips for SLP, OT, and PT Contractors Aug 14, 2024

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...

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Streamline Your School Contracts: A Guide to Onboarding with Ease Aug 06, 2024

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...

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