School-Based Therapist Jobs
School-Based Therapist jobs are open across K-12 public schools, charter networks, and private schools, from entry-level to senior clinician, with specializations in school counseling, speech-language pathology, and mental health therapy. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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State of Location:
MichiganPosition Summary:
As a outpatient pediatric clinician, you will have the chance to work with many children from birth to age twenty-one. Our teammates are dedicated to the treatment of our young patients, providing individualized one-to-one attention and customized plans of care to meet your child's needs. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend sessions so they can carry skills and home exercises into their child's daily life. Ivy's rewarding work environment allows multi-disciplinary collaboration and mentorship while maintaining autonomy and growth that is specific to each of our clinician's passions and expertise.Join Ivy Health’s dedicated pediatric team where you are not just an employee but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient.
Job Description:
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
School Based/Hourly
We are seeking an outpatient pediatric therapist, who is a big kid at heart, to join our dedicated team at Ivy Health. Let’s come together to provide patients with access to world-class care and outcomes for those in need of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. By promoting authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for providing exceptional care to every single patient, we provide the resources and support necessary to invest in our clinicians.
Why Choose Ivy Health?
- Healthcare is changing quickly. We’re continuing to invest in the people, clinical expertise, and support that make excellent care possible.
- Across Ivy Health and our trusted local partner brands, orthopedic and pediatric teammates are connected by one shared purpose: helping patients and families make meaningful progress.
- Exceptional Workplace: A prestigious honor to be recognized by Gallup as an Exceptional Workplace, recognizing the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.
- Innovative Resources & Mentorship: Access to abundant resources, robust mentorship, and career advice for unparalleled success.
- With the utilization of ScribeIQ (an AI documentation tool), clinicians can expect a significant reduction in their normal documentation time, allowing them to spend more quality time with patients and keeping their notes AT work
- Exceeding Expectations: Deliver best-in-class care and witness exceptional patient outcomes.
- Incentives Galore: Benefits start within 30 days, including medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + discount program, complimentary therapy services, short-and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match; up to 20 PTO days, 6 holidays, 2 CEU days, and CEU reimbursement annually. Paid parental leave (after 26 weeks of employment)
- Exceptional Partnerships: Collaborate with leaders like Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and educational partners for continuous learning.
- Empowering Values: Live by values that prioritize teamwork, growth, and serving others.
Position Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
- Current or pending licensure as an Occupational Therapist within the respective state.
- Dedication to exceptional patient outcomes and quality of care.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
ivyhealth.com
State of Location:
MichiganPosition Summary:
As a outpatient pediatric clinician, you will have the chance to work with many children from birth to age twenty-one. Our teammates are dedicated to the treatment of our young patients, providing individualized one-to-one attention and customized plans of care to meet your child's needs. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend sessions so they can carry skills and home exercises into their child's daily life. Ivy's rewarding work environment allows multi-disciplinary collaboration and mentorship while maintaining autonomy and growth that is specific to each of our clinician's passions and expertise.Join Ivy Health’s dedicated pediatric team where you are not just an employee but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient.
Job Description:
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
School Based/Hourly
We are seeking an outpatient pediatric therapist, who is a big kid at heart, to join our dedicated team at Ivy Health. Let’s come together to provide patients with access to world-class care and outcomes for those in need of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. By promoting authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for providing exceptional care to every single patient, we provide the resources and support necessary to invest in our clinicians.
Why Choose Ivy Health?
- Healthcare is changing quickly. We’re continuing to invest in the people, clinical expertise, and support that make excellent care possible.
- Across Ivy Health and our trusted local partner brands, orthopedic and pediatric teammates are connected by one shared purpose: helping patients and families make meaningful progress.
- Exceptional Workplace: A prestigious honor to be recognized by Gallup as an Exceptional Workplace, recognizing the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.
- Innovative Resources & Mentorship: Access to abundant resources, robust mentorship, and career advice for unparalleled success.
- With the utilization of ScribeIQ (an AI documentation tool), clinicians can expect a significant reduction in their normal documentation time, allowing them to spend more quality time with patients and keeping their notes AT work
- Exceeding Expectations: Deliver best-in-class care and witness exceptional patient outcomes.
- Incentives Galore: Benefits start within 30 days, including medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + discount program, complimentary therapy services, short-and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match; up to 20 PTO days, 6 holidays, 2 CEU days, and CEU reimbursement annually. Paid parental leave (after 26 weeks of employment)
- Exceptional Partnerships: Collaborate with leaders like Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and educational partners for continuous learning.
- Empowering Values: Live by values that prioritize teamwork, growth, and serving others.
Position Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
- Current or pending licensure as an Occupational Therapist within the respective state.
- Dedication to exceptional patient outcomes and quality of care.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Who's Hiring
- Pediatric Developmental Services284
- Princeton Staffing Solutions56
- Effective School Solutions41
- PRO Companies28
- Centerstone19
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in School-Based therapist jobs.
- Master's degree in school counseling, social work, psychology, or speech-language pathology
- Valid state licensure or certification as a school counselor, LCSW, LPC, or SLP
- Experience developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Knowledge of IDEA regulations and special education compliance requirements
- Experience conducting psychoeducational or functional behavioral assessments
- Strong collaboration skills with teachers, administrators, and families
Tips for Your School-Based Therapist Job Search
Tailor your resume to district requirements
School districts often require state-specific licensure listed by its exact credential name. Pull the job posting's required credentials and mirror that language on your resume so automated screening systems flag your application as a match.
Highlight caseload management and documentation tools
Many school-based therapist postings ask for experience with IEP platforms and progress-monitoring software. Name the specific systems you've used rather than listing generic clinical skills, since hiring managers scan for those tool names directly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists school-based therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target your search by school calendar hiring cycles
Most school districts post therapist openings between February and May for the following academic year. Searching during this window gives you access to the highest volume of open roles before positions fill ahead of summer.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
School-based therapist interviews frequently include case vignettes about students in crisis or with complex IEP needs. Practice structured responses that walk through your assessment approach, intervention steps, and how you coordinate with teachers and parents.
Negotiate for supervision hours if you're pre-licensed
If you're accumulating clinical hours toward full licensure, ask whether the district or contracting agency provides a licensed supervisor on-site. Confirming this before accepting an offer protects your licensure timeline and avoids a costly gap.
School-Based Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most school-based therapists?
The most active employers for school-based therapists right now are Pediatric Developmental Services, Princeton Staffing Solutions, and Effective School Solutions, and the most openings are in Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Contract staffing agencies that place therapists in public school districts often account for a large share of active postings.
How many school-based therapist jobs are remote?
About 21% of school-based therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most student-facing work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or teletherapy arrangements are speech-language pathology and behavioral health counseling, particularly in rural districts that contract with telehealth providers to meet service requirements.
How do you become a school-based therapist?
Start by earning a master's degree in a relevant field such as school counseling, social work, clinical psychology, or speech-language pathology. After graduating, complete the supervised clinical hours your state requires, then apply for the appropriate state license or school-specific credential. Some states require an additional school-based certification on top of a clinical license before you can work directly in a district.
Can you get hired as a school-based therapist with little or no experience?
Yes, many school districts and staffing agencies hire new graduates who completed their supervised practicum or internship hours in a school setting. Framing your practicum experience with specific outcomes, such as caseload size, IEP involvement, or crisis response, makes a meaningful difference. Contract positions are often more accessible entry points than permanent district roles and can lead to full-time offers.
What does the school-based therapist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen with HR or a staffing coordinator, followed by a structured interview with a school administrator, special education director, or clinical supervisor. Expect questions about IEP development, crisis protocols, and how you collaborate with teachers. Some districts add a brief case presentation or ask you to review a mock student file and explain your recommended approach.
Where can I find and apply to school-based therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to school-based therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your license, specialty, and preferred location, and apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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