Ask A Recruiter: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Schools

Are you an OT, PT, or SLP considering a career in schools but unsure whether to go direct hire or work as an independent contractor?

Join Rae Ann Hooblal and Taneika Pearson, Placement Specialists for our School-Based Services Division, for a candid, no-pressure virtual information session where they'll answer ALL your questions about both pathways to working in NYC schools.

What We'll Cover:

• Direct hire vs. independent contractor: comprehensive comparison

• The pros and cons of each employment model

• Navigating the hiring process for both pathways

• Compensation differences and considerations

• Flexibility and scheduling options

• Documentation and administrative requirements

• Professional growth and development opportunities

• Real insights from someone who's placed hundreds of therapists

Who This Is For:

• OTs, PTs, and SLPs at any career stage

• Professionals relocating to NYC

• Clinicians transitioning from medical to educational settings

• Recent graduates uncertain about which path to take

Why Attend:

As dedicated recruiters working specifically with therapy professionals in NYC schools, Rae Ann and Taneika have helped hundreds of OTs, PTs, and SLPs navigate this complex system. They're committed to transparent, honest recruitment that puts YOUR career goals first.

No sales pitch, just straight answers to help you make informed decisions about your professional future!

Space is limited to ensure everyone's questions get answered.

Meet Your Recruiters:

Rae Ann Hooblal, Placement Specialist, School-Based Division
Rae-Ann Hooblal is a dedicated Recruiter at Therapeutic Resources, specializing in placing Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists in schools across the five boroughs of New York City.

With over two years of experience in recruitment and staffing and almost a decade working with our School-Based Placement Team, she excels at matching highly skilled therapists with school environments where they can thrive and make a meaningful impact on students' lives. Rae-Ann is passionate about fostering connections between professionals and educational institutions, ensuring that students receive the best possible support for their development and well-being.

Taneika Pearson, Senior Placement Specialist and Foreign Recruitment expert at TR/HTA of NYC.
Taneika brings over 15 years of her expertise to multiple divisions at our company and is passionate about connecting skilled professionals with both school and adult-based positions. She understands the unique needs of educational settings and works to ensure lasting, meaningful placements. Taneika's commitment to both the professionals she places and the schools she serves reflects her belief in the power of quality that transforms student outcomes. And when she's not doing it all, she enjoys spending time with her family and travelling.