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Full-Time

Senior Recruiter

Posted on 6/27/2024

IXL Learning

IXL Learning

501-1,000 employees

Personalized K-12 educational technology platform

Data & Analytics
Education

Senior, Expert

Raleigh, NC, USA

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Required Skills
Applicant Tracking Software (ATS)
Communications
Greenhouse (ATS)
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 7+ years of experience as a full-cycle recruiter with a focus on non-technical teams or a generalist background
  • Practical experience in sourcing candidates using a variety of strategies and platforms
  • Strong eye for talent and an excellent ability to connect candidates with the right opportunities
  • Highly self-motivated and driven to get things done
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to cultivate great relationships with stakeholders, team members and and candidates
  • Experience with Greenhouse or other ATS
  • Passionate about education and technology
Responsibilities
  • Partner with hiring managers to deeply understand hiring needs and help to strategize best recruiting efforts
  • Manage full-cycle recruiting for critical reqs to include developing recruiting strategies, actively sourcing and screening candidates, conducting initial interviews, candidate management throughout the hiring process and presenting/negotiating offers
  • Foster long-term relationships with high-caliber talent and build the best network of candidates for our teams
  • Become an expert on IXL Learning so that you can inform candidates about our products, positions, and company culture
  • Develop closing strategies for candidates, ensuring that they have the information they need to make the best decision
  • Maintain a seamless and efficient candidate experience that results in a positive impression of IXL Learning, regardless of the outcome

IXL Learning offers a personalized K-12 curriculum in math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish, utilizing real-time analytics and individualized guidance to tailor learning experiences for students. The platform incorporates technology to provide real-time diagnostic tools, ultimately enhancing learning outcomes.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$510M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

1998

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • IXL Learning's partnerships, such as with Two Rivers Distribution and Lynn Public Schools, expand its reach and impact, providing more opportunities for growth and influence in the education sector.
  • The company's continuous innovation, exemplified by the release of new products like the Ultimate Math Workbooks and Takeoff by IXL Math™, demonstrates its commitment to enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Participation in high-profile events like the Competency-Based Education Summit showcases IXL Learning's leadership and influence in modern educational practices.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of EdTech requires IXL Learning to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • The integration of multiple acquisitions, such as Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com, poses challenges in maintaining a cohesive brand and user experience.

What makes IXL Learning unique

  • IXL Learning's acquisition of Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com significantly enhances its language and literacy offerings, setting it apart from other educational platforms.
  • The integration of Rosetta Stone's immersive language learning methods with IXL's personalized learning platform provides a unique, comprehensive educational experience.
  • IXL Learning's extensive range of workbooks and online resources, designed by educational experts, ensures a seamless connection between virtual and offline learning, which is a rare feature among competitors.

Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

Matching 401K retirement plan

Flexible paid time off and sick days

INACTIVE