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What does Spotter Staffing do?

Spotter Staffing is a specialized staffing agency that hires special education professionals (including SLPs, OTs, LSSPs, and special education teachers) for school-based roles in the Chicagoland and Dallas-Fort Worth areas.

We work exclusively in special education staffing, helping schools fill high-need positions with pre-vetted, aligned providers who are supported by us every step of the way.

Unlike traditional agencies, we offer true contract-to-hire options, caseload protection, and local, high-touch support that makes placements work — for both schools and providers.

Who is Spotter Staffing best for?

We serve two groups:

  • Providers: SLPs, Social Workers, Diagnosticians, Special Education Teachers, OTs, and PTs seeking flexible, purpose-driven school roles.
  • Schools: Districts and administrators looking for reliable, caseload-protected, and well-matched professionals.

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How is Spotter Staffing different from other education staffing agencies?

We focus 100% on special education roles in Illinois (Chicagoland) and Texas (DFW). Unlike generic recruiters:

  • We offer a true contract-to-hire model with no buyout traps
  • We stay involved after placement
  • We prioritize caseload protection, cultural fit, and long-term impact
  • Our providers are treated like people, not placements

What problems does Spotter Staffing solve for schools and providers? 

Spotter Staffing solves two of the biggest challenges in special education staffing: helping providers find better opportunities, and helping schools find great staff.

For providers:

We help you find school-based roles that perfectly align with your strengths, values, and boundaries. We hire you directly, offer competitive pay, and give you access to a wider range of opportunities across Chicagoland and Dallas–Fort Worth. You’ll receive full benefits, caseload protection, and real support from your first interview through your time on the job. You get a team that has your back every step of the way.

For schools:

We help you hire better staff, faster. That means qualified, pre-vetted special education professionals who are aligned with your culture, ready to support your students, and backed by a partner who stays involved after placement. By focusing exclusively on special education in Chicagoland and Dallas-Fort Worth, we help reduce time-to-fill, lower turnover, and ensure that the providers you bring in are set up to succeed.

How does Spotter Staffing work?

For Providers:

  • We listen to your goals, caseload needs, and preferences
  • We match you with aligned opportunities
  • We support you every step of the way


For School Districts:

  • We learn your district's needs, timelines, and culture
  • We match you with prepared, mission-aligned providers
  • We stay involved to ensure success

How long does it take to get placed in a role? 

Many providers are matched and placed within 2–3 weeks, depending on availability and school needs. Because of our close district partnerships, we move faster than most direct application processes.

Do you take money out of providers’ paychecks? 

No, Spotter Staffing does not take a cut of your paycheck. You’re a W-2 employee paid directly through Spotter, and your take-home pay is never reduced because of our support.

What types of school-based roles do you staff? 

We specialize in placing:

  • Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)
  • Special Education Teachers
  • Diagnosticians
  • Occupational Therapists (OTs)
  • Physical Therapists (PTs)
  • Licensed Specialists in School Psychology (LSSPs)
  • School Social Workers
All roles are school-based in Illinois (Chicagoland) and Texas (Dallas–Fort Worth).

Geographically, where does Spotter Staffing place special education providers? 

We operate in two focused regions:

  • Illinois: Primarily the Chicagoland area
  • Texas: Primarily the Dallas–Fort Worth area (Regions 10 & 11)

Providers must be located within or willing to travel within a 75-mile radius of those areas.

What type of placements does Spotter offer?

We offer contract and contract-to-hire placements. That means you’re a W-2 employee with Spotter Staffing, working on-site at a school.

We do not place direct hires through the school.

What kind of support do providers and schools get after placement?

We don’t disappear after the match. Expect:

  • Regular check-ins
  • Dedicated recruiter support
  • Caseload monitoring
  • Transparent issue resolution
  • Coaching and career growth conversations when needed

What benefits does Spotter offer?

  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision health care plans provided through Bennie Benefits (www.bennie.com)
  • Professional Allowance Plan (supporting continuing education, professional association membership affiliations, classroom supplies and licensure costs)
  • Employee 401k Retirement plan advised by RW Baird (www.bairdwealth.com)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Aspire Continuing Education
  • Spotter Connections with Clinical Experts
  • Dedicated Professional Recruiter
  • Easy to use timekeeping system through Paylocity
  • And More!

How can I get started with Spotter Staffing? 

Just book a call or reach out to our team. Whether you're hiring or looking for your next role, we’ll walk you through a simple, no-pressure process designed around clarity and alignment.

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We connect schools with exceptional providers, and providers with school roles that offer support, flexibility, and purpose. Get in touch with us today to see how Spotter Staffing can help you.

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