Recruiting Manager

Recruiting Manager at STEM Preparatory Academy is a talent acquisition leadership role based in Nashville, TN (onsite), focused on recruiting, selecting, and retaining teachers and leaders across the network.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Managing Director of Human Resources to design and implement a strategic recruiting and selection plan for teachers and leaders
• Oversee and refine the selection process to ensure a positive, equitable, smooth, and inspiring experience for candidates and current staff
• Review one-way video interviews, recommend next steps to school teams, and manage the candidate pipeline through reminders and follow-ups
• Design, build, and maintain the hiring process for new and open positions
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential candidates using nurture campaigns
• Evaluate candidates using submitted materials, interviews, and site visit demonstrations; advise teams on strengths, gaps, and aspirations
• Participate in the selection and hiring of future teachers while supporting high retention
• Research and attend job fairs, mock interviews, and other career events
• Support the HR Coordinator with online content and communications, including maintaining relevant school website pages and social media accounts
• Collaborate with network leaders to support the design, development, and delivery of professional development for leaders and teachers tied to ambitious student goals
• Support the Chief People Officer in building partnerships with teacher training institutions, including: Teach for America, Relay Graduate School of Education, and Nashville Teacher Residency
• Build strong rapport with ATS and HRIS platform representatives and stay current on developments in the field
• Partner with the HR Coordinator to maintain records related to teacher licensure status as needed
• Help implement a recognition system that rewards talent aligned to strategic goals
• Collaborate with network and school leadership to organize events or programs that recognize teachers
• In collaboration with the Managing Director of Human Resources, HR Coordinator, and Operations, develop strong onboarding and onboarding processes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to Anti Racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a student’s first mindset
• Confidence in creating, monitoring, and evaluating action plans
• Commitment to STEM Preparatory Academy and its values, including understanding the mission and an unwavering commitment to fulfill it
• High level of personal integrity and professionalism
• Team-oriented approach and effective communication
• Openness to give and receive feedback to support growth and achievement for students and faculty
• Experience using talent or human resource information platforms
• 3+ years of experience with talent acquisition
• Eagerness to resolve conflicts, not avoid them
• Bachelor’s degree required

Preferred Qualifications

• At least five years of demonstrated success as a certified teacher, preferably in a charter school setting, with a track record of supporting student achievement and outcomes exceeding district and state performance standards
• Proven track record of family and community collaborations that drive strong student outcomes and results

Technology

• ATS
• HRIS
• Talent or human resource information platforms

Compensation and Details

• Starting salary: USD 65,000 - 90,000 per year
• Location: Nashville, TN (onsite)
• Reports to: Managing Director of Human Resources
• Status: Exempt
• Minimum experience: 3 years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree

Position Overview

• Responsible for cultivating, recruiting, selecting, and retaining highly effective and ambitious teachers and leaders across the network
• Leads recruitment efforts for all faculty
• Supports sustaining the STEM Prep culture of excellence and achievement through modeling learning and leadership behaviors for students, teachers, parents, and the community
• Reports to the Chief People Officer