Classical Charter Schools

Charter network delivering classical K-8 education

Talent Associate

Generalist RecruitingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBronx, NY, USA$64.3k - $85k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree is required.
At least 2 years of experience in recruitment or teaching is required; experience within high-performing charter schools is preferred.
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail are required.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is required.
Experience leveraging data to inform decisions and improve outcomes is required.
Experience with applicant tracking systems such as Greenhouse or Lever is preferred.
Experience with high-volume recruiting is required.
Experience with marketing, outreach, or social media is a plus.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to navigate ambiguity, are required.
Alignment with Classical Charter Schools’ mission and approach is expected.
Excellent work ethic and organizational skills are expected.
Demonstrated application of the organization’s core values—Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, Rigor, Tenacity, Transparency, and Urgency—is expected.

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle recruitment for instructional and fellowship roles, ensuring high-quality hiring outcomes.
Develop and execute targeted recruitment strategies, with a strong emphasis on ClassiCorps.
Proactively source and engage talent through platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, Handshake, and other channels.
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of candidates across key talent pools.
Facilitate all stages of the selection process, including phone, virtual, and in-person stages, while ensuring rigor, consistency, and a strong candidate experience.
Track candidate performance, synthesize feedback, and contribute to data-informed hiring decisions.
Refine selection processes through reflection, analysis, and iteration.
Analyze recruitment and selection data to identify trends in candidate behavior, conversion, and performance outcomes.
Use insights to strengthen sourcing strategies, improve conversion rates, and enhance hiring effectiveness.
Build relationships across universities, professional networks, and community organizations as an ambassador for Classical Charter Schools.
Represent Classical at career fairs, information sessions, and recruiting events.
Develop and share content reflecting the Classical mission and experience across social media and other platforms.
Partner with the Director of Talent on broader talent initiatives, including retention, risk mitigation, and leadership development.
Contribute to cross-functional projects that strengthen the organization’s talent strategy.

Desired Qualifications

At least 2 years of teaching experience is preferred.
Experience in recruitment or teaching within high-performing charter schools is preferred.
Experience with applicant tracking systems such as Greenhouse or Lever is preferred.
Experience with marketing, outreach, or social media is a plus.

Salary Range: 64350 to 85000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Position Reports to: Director of Talent

Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm + some out of school time responsibilities

Compensation: $64,350-$85,000 (Please note that this is a general range; salaries are determined based on credentials and years of experience)

About Us:

As one of the highest performing charter networks in New York City, Classical Charter Schools is having a meaningful impact on education in the South Bronx. Recognized as five-time National Blue Ribbon Award-Winning network, Classical Charter Schools outperforms 97% of New York charters by providing a transformative education through a classical curriculum focused on art, music, Latin, debate and character education.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employees and applicants will be treated in all respects on basis of merit and qualifications without regards to their race, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds to apply. At Classical, we provide comprehensive health benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for growth.

Position Summary

The Talent Associate plays a critical role in advancing Classical Charter Schools’ mission by identifying, engaging, and selecting exceptional talent to serve our scholars. This individual will engage with full-cycle recruitment efforts, with a particular focus on the ClassiCorps Teaching Fellowship, our selective three-year teaching fellowship, while ensuring a rigorous, data-driven selection process and an exceptional candidate experience.

This role combines strategic thinking, relationship-building, and execution excellence—requiring someone who can both design effective talent strategies and execute them with precision in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment Strategy & Execution
• Lead full-cycle recruitment for instructional and fellowship roles, ensuring high-quality hiring outcomes

• Develop and execute targeted recruitment strategies, with a strong emphasis on ClassiCorps

• Proactively source and engage top talent through platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, Handshake, and other channels

• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of candidates across key talent pools

Selection & Candidate Experience
• Facilitate all stages of the selection process (phone, virtual, and in-person), ensuring rigor, consistency, and an excellent candidate experience

• Track candidate performance, synthesize feedback, and contribute to data-informed hiring decisions

• Continuously refine selection processes through reflection, analysis, and iteration

Data & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze recruitment and selection data to identify trends in candidate behavior, conversion, and performance outcomes

• Use insights to strengthen sourcing strategies, improve conversion rates, and enhance overall hiring effectiveness

Brand & Outreach

• Serve as an ambassador for Classical Charter Schools by building relationships across universities, professional networks, and community organizations

• Represent Classical at career fairs, information sessions, and recruiting events

• Develop and share compelling content that reflects the Classical mission and experience across social media and other platforms

Partnership & Organizational Impact

• Partner closely with the Director of Talent to support broader talent initiatives, including retention, risk mitigation, and leadership development

• Contribute to cross-functional projects that strengthen the organization’s overall talent strategy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 2+ years of experience in teaching preferred

• 2+ years of experience in recruitment or teaching (preferably within high-performing charter schools)

• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Experience leveraging data to inform decisions and improve outcomes

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

• Experience with applicant tracking systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever) preferred

•Experience with high volume recruiting

• Experience with marketing, outreach, or social media is a plus

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity

Successful Candidates Will

•Show alignment to Classical Charter School’s mission and approach

•Exhibit excellent work ethic and organizational skills

•Demonstrate application of our core values: Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, Rigor, Tenacity, Transparency, and Urgency

Benefits

A generous benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverages.

Student Loan Counseling

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Reimbursement Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Gym/Fitness Reimbursement

Calm Subscription

Wellness benefits

401k

At Classical Charter Schools, we believe great schools are built by thoughtful, dedicated educators and staff. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and grow with us. Classical Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

About the Company

Classical Charter Schools

Charter network delivering classical K-8 education

Classical Charter Schools provides K–8 education in the Bronx built on a classical curriculum. Its mission is to prepare scholars for the future by combining Latin starting in 3rd grade, arts, debate, character development, and a highly structured learning environment with data-driven instruction. Teachers receive frequent observations, coaching, and monthly professional development to improve teaching and track student growth, while students participate in a Latin-focused trip to Italy in 8th grade. The network is the highest performing non-CMO charter group in New York City and has earned National Blue Ribbon awards. It differentiates itself through a classical program, strong educator development, and active community partnerships that extend opportunities for families in the South Bronx. The goal is to develop citizens of impeccable character who are prepared for high school, college, and beyond, and to provide families with access to elite academic options.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New York City, New York
Founded: 2006

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