School Therapist Jobs
School Therapist jobs are open across K-12 public schools, private schools, and charter networks, from entry-level to senior clinical roles, with specializations in school counseling, social-emotional learning, and mental health support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are looking for licensed therapists and registerend interms to work within a public school to provide services to students to enhance their emotional well-being and improve their academic performance. This is a full time W2 emploee job includes benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance and 401K with 3% matching. All employees schedules follow the school schedule August - May.
We are looking for licensed therapists and registerend interms to work within a public school to provide services to students to enhance their emotional well-being and improve their academic performance. This is a full time W2 emploee job includes benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance and 401K with 3% matching. All employees schedules follow the school schedule August - May.
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Who's Hiring
- Pediatric Developmental Services99
- Princeton Staffing Solutions19
- Strides Therapy & Educational Services16
- Metro Therapy11
- Bond Health10
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in school therapist jobs.
- Master's degree in school counseling, social work, or a related clinical field
- Valid state pupil personnel services credential or school counselor license
- Experience supporting students with individualized education programs
- Knowledge of crisis intervention protocols and mandated reporting requirements
- Familiarity with social-emotional learning frameworks and evidence-based therapeutic approaches
- Ability to collaborate with teachers, administrators, and family members as part of a student support team
Tips for Your School Therapist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
School therapists work across very different environments, from Title I elementary schools to specialized high school programs. Highlight the population you know best, whether that's early childhood, adolescents, or students with IEPs, so hiring coordinators see an immediate match.
List your state licensure clearly
School therapist roles almost always require a state-issued pupil personnel services credential or equivalent. Put your license type, issuing state, and expiration date in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume so screeners don't have to hunt for it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists school therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name the caseload size
Job postings that specify caseload numbers or student-to-counselor ratios signal a more organized department. Prioritize these over vague listings, and in your cover letter address how you've managed similar loads to show you understand the day-to-day reality.
Prepare a scenario-based interview answer bank
School therapist interviews frequently include situational prompts about mandated reporting, crisis intervention, and coordination with special education teams. Draft two or three concrete examples from your field experience or practicum for each of these scenarios before you go in.
Negotiate start date around the school calendar
Most school-based positions start at the beginning of a semester or school year. When you receive an offer, confirm the official start date against district calendars and ask about onboarding timelines so credentialing paperwork clears before your first day with students.
School Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most school therapists?
Pediatric Developmental Services, Princeton Staffing Solutions, and Strides Therapy & Educational Services are hiring the most school therapists right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Maryland, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Checking listings regularly gives you the best view of where demand is highest at any given time.
How many school therapist jobs are remote?
About 15% of school therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully in-person roles remain the majority given the hands-on nature of student support work. Remote and hybrid arrangements are most common in telehealth counseling contracts and district-level coordination or consultation roles rather than direct student services.
How do you become a school therapist?
You typically earn a master's degree in school counseling, clinical social work, or a closely related field, then complete a supervised practicum or internship in a school setting. After graduating, you apply for your state's pupil personnel services credential or equivalent school counselor license. Some states require passing a licensure exam before you can practice independently with students.
Can you get hired as a school therapist with little experience?
Many districts hire candidates who are completing or have recently completed a school-based practicum or internship, treating that supervised field experience as equivalent to post-graduate work. Applying to districts with high need, substituting as a school counselor aide while you credential, or working as a behavior interventionist are common ways to build your record when direct experience is limited.
What does the school therapist interview process look like?
Most school therapist interviews begin with a phone or video screen with an HR coordinator, followed by an in-person or panel interview that includes a building principal, a special education coordinator, or existing counseling staff. Expect scenario-based questions on crisis response, student confidentiality, and IEP collaboration. Some districts ask candidates to complete a brief written case study or role-play a student interaction.
Where can I find and apply to school therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to school therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your credentials, setting preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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