At HireEducation, we specialize in the PreK to Gray education and workforce development sectors, leveraging our extensive networks and deep industry expertise to connect organizations with exceptional leaders.

Our Executive Search services focus on the unique needs of securing talent for C-suite, senior executive, and board-level positions.

With a focus on diversity and personalized client engagement, HireEducation is dedicated to meeting the unique leadership needs of education-focused organizations.

Leadership & Strategic Considerations

In today’s dynamic educational landscape, effective leadership is more critical than ever. At the strategic level, our focus extends beyond traditional recruitment to encompass comprehensive talent management and organizational development.

Therefore, we prioritize the following key considerations to support our clients in building high-performing teams:

Vision Alignment

We work diligently to understand the strategic mission of our clients and match them with leaders who truly care about the impact and can drive these initiatives forward.

Change Management

We seek candidates who are not only resilient and adaptable but also skilled in guiding their teams through transitions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Strategic Thinking

We prioritize candidates who demonstrate strong analytical abilities, forward-thinking, and the capacity to address emerging trends and challenges in education and economic development.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe that diverse leadership teams bring a wealth of perspectives and ideas, which are essential for innovation and growth.

Learn more about DEI+

Stakeholder Engagement

We look for individuals who excel in communication, collaboration, and fostering trust and engagement across all levels of the organization.

Leadership Development

Recognizing the importance of continuous learning, we support our clients in identifying not only immediate leadership needs but also potential future leaders.

By integrating these strategic considerations into our approach, we empower institutions with the leadership needed to drive positive outcomes for the future of learning and work.

Recent Executive Roles

  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Chief Product Officer
  • Chief Marketing Officer
  • Chief Revenue Officer
  • Chief Diversity Officer
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Chief Technology Officer
  • Co-Founder
  • Board Member/Chair

  • “The HireEducation team has been a great partner in helping us fill key leadership roles in our business. Through their deep contacts in the edtech space and their proactive approach, they have been able to provide us with a diverse group of strong candidates across both sales and product roles.”

    Scott Healy

    Former GM of Ascend Learning, Current CEO of PsychHub

Our Executive Search Process

  1. Initial Consultation and Strategy Development:
    1. Define the executive position’s scope, responsibilities, and qualifications.
    2. Understand the organization’s culture, values, and strategic goals.
    3. Determine the search timeline, key milestones, and search committee composition.
  2. Position Profile Development:
    1. Develop a detailed position description outlining key responsibilities, qualifications, and desired attributes of the ideal candidate.
    2. Create a compelling narrative about the organization, its challenges, and opportunities.
  3. Candidate Identification and Research:
    1. Utilize networks, industry contacts, and research tools to identify potential candidates.
    2. Develop a comprehensive target list of organizations and individuals.
    3. Evaluate candidates against the established criteria.
  4. Outreach and Engagement:
    1. Initiate contact with potential candidates through personalized outreach.
    2. Present the opportunity and assess candidate interest.
    3. Conduct initial discussions to evaluate alignment with position requirements.
  5. Candidate Assessment and Evaluation:
    1. Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidates’ qualifications, experience, leadership style, and cultural fit.
    2. Utilize assessments or psychometric tools if applicable.
    3. Gather feedback from key stakeholders.
  6. Presentation of Shortlist:
    1. Present a curated list of top candidates to the hiring committee.
    2. Provide detailed candidate profiles, interview summaries, and assessments.
    3. Facilitate discussions to narrow down the selection.
  7. Interviews and Selection:
    1. Coordinate interviews with key stakeholders, including the hiring manager, senior executives, and board members.
    2. Gather feedback and insights from interviews.
    3. Refine the list of finalists based on interview outcomes.
  8. On-site Coordination:
    1. Organize on-site interviews and travel plans for finalists.
    2. Facilitate stakeholder analysis and synthesis.
  9. Reference and Background Checks:
    1. Conduct thorough reference and background checks for final candidates.
    2. Verify qualifications, accomplishments, and suitability for the role.
  10. Offer and Negotiation:
    1. Extend or facilitate a formal offer to the selected candidate.
    2. Negotiate compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment.
    3. Manage candidate expectations and facilitate a smooth transition.
  11. Onboarding and Integration:
    1. Support the new executive during the onboarding process.
    2. Facilitate introductions to key stakeholders and teams.
      Monitor integration progress and provide ongoing support.

With a global reach and industry specialization, we offer personalized client engagement that drives impactful hires and lasting organizational success.

Partner With Us

Hiring and job seeking can be difficult tasks with massive implications. Our goal is to make it easier, low-risk and fun with long-term, growth-oriented results.

We are looking forward to learning more about your needs and how we can help.