Partner with a portfolio of school leaders to define candidate non-negotiables, ideal profiles, and hiring priorities for instructional roles.
Actively source candidates through creative channels: LinkedIn, Indeed, EdJoin, job boards, professional networks, local university partnerships, community-based outreach, and social media campaigns.
Use Boolean and/or sourcing search methodology, talent communities, and strategic sourcing campaigns to target high-need roles.
Generate interest through compelling outreach and targeted marketing that communicates Rocketship’s value proposition and realistic job previews.
Maintain and track a robust candidate pipeline, monitoring progress against projected and actual vacancies to ensure early and consistent hiring.
Conduct resume screens, phone interviews, and candidate assessments to ensure alignment with role requirements and school culture.
Ensure timely movement of candidates through the selection process.
Provide hiring managers with at least two strong candidates per open position and track offer acceptance rates.
Partner with school leaders to ensure interviews are conducted quickly.
Facilitate selection events and hiring fairs to connect strong candidates with hiring managers.
Hold regular check-ins with principals and regional leadership teams to review hiring progress, talent needs, and candidate quality.
Set and track hiring benchmarks to achieve goals.
Provide data and insights to support informed hiring decisions and problem-solve barriers to filling roles.
Train school hiring teams on best practices in interviewing, selection, and candidate experience.
Identify and represent Rocketship Public Schools at in-person career fairs, university recruitment events, and community gatherings.
Build and sustain relationships with local organizations, universities, and professional associations to cultivate diverse pipelines of instructional talent.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; PHR/SHRM certification a plus.
2–4 years of talent acquisition experience, full-cycle recruitment
Experience in K-12 education or K-12 education adjacent organization
Track record of success in full-cycle recruitment and building diverse candidate pipelines.
Teaching or school leadership experience highly valued.
Strong sourcing skills, including Boolean search and creative talent mapping.
Ability to build strong relationships with school leaders, candidates, and community partners.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Data-driven approach to tracking progress and improving processes.
High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Deep commitment to Rocketship’s mission and values.
Entrepreneurial spirit and proactive problem-solving skills.
Bias toward action and achieving results under tight timelines.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, school-based and office-based environment.
Willingness to travel weekly to Rocketship campuses across San Jose and to the regional office for school visits, interviews, and team meetings. This may also include occasional travel to regional events and career fairs, which can take place during evenings or weekends as needed.
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