Frequently Asked Questions

  • We work with all kinds! Our network includes diverse roles across the educational spectrum. Schools seeking specialized expertise often want candidates with degrees in special education, school psychology, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, counseling, or reading specialist backgrounds. Some specifically seek training in structured literacy approaches like Orton-Gillingham or Wilson Reading, social-emotional learning frameworks, or assistive technology. Equally common are schools seeking strong general education or content-area teachers, in areas ranging from elementary education to high school sciences and humanities, who are interested in learning to support neurodiverse learners. These schools typically offer comprehensive professional development and prefer you bring deep knowledge of your subject alongside openness to new teaching strategies. Whether you're a certified special educator, a content specialist open to learning about neurodiversity, or somewhere in between, there are schools in our network looking for what you bring. What matters most is authentic commitment to this work and willingness to meet students where they are.

  • It depends entirely on the school and position. Some independent schools must comply with state certification requirements, so you'd need appropriate credentials before starting. Other schools don't require certification at the outset but expect you to pursue it once hired, often providing financial support and guidance through the process. Many independent and specialized schools have no certification requirements at all, they prioritize teaching skill, content expertise, and cultural fit over credentials. The landscape varies dramatically by school type, state regulations, and specific role. During our intake conversation, we'll discuss your current credentials and help you understand which opportunities are realistic given your certification status

  • Nothing. Schools pay our fees, never candidates. You get full access to our network, personalized career guidance, interview preparation, and negotiation support at zero cost to you.

  • Mid-year openings are less common but they do exist, maternity leaves, unexpected resignations, growing enrollments, or newly funded positions. We maintain relationships with schools year-round and often hear about these needs before they're posted publicly. If you need a mid-year start, we'll be upfront that the pool of opportunities is smaller, but we'll actively work to find something. Flexibility on your part: location, grade level, or role type can increase options.

  • Never. We'd rather you turn down a bad fit than accept a position you'll leave in six months. Trust your gut. If something feels off during the interview, the administrator's philosophy doesn't align with yours, the resources seem inadequate, the culture feels wrong, tell us. We'll debrief, understand what didn't work, and adjust the search. Your candid feedback makes us better at our job.

  • Absolutely. We provide interview preparation including common questions for neurodiversity-focused roles, how to discuss your teaching philosophy and approach to challenging situations, what questions to ask schools, and how to authentically present yourself. We can do practice interviews, review your responses, and help you feel confident. The goal isn't to script you or make you someone you're not, it's to help you articulate what you already know and do well.