Recruiting Outstanding Faculty and Staff

People make the mission real—hire intentionally.

Map required roles before opening day.

Faculty, registrar, admissions, student support, finance, IT.

Define must‑have qualifications and nice‑to‑haves.

Align faculty credentials to accreditor expectations.

Gather transcripts and CVs for every hire.

Post on targeted education job boards and networks.

Use associations and referrals to widen the net.

Screen for mission fit, not just résumé polish.

Ask about teaching philosophy and adaptability.

Request sample lessons or presentations.

Keep faculty‑student ratios within norms.

Plan full‑time/adjunct balance by program.

Offer meaningful development and mentorship.

Create a supportive, low‑bureaucracy culture.

Compete on purpose, flexibility, and growth.

Consider relocation support for key roles.

Build clear onboarding: systems, policies, tools.

Provide handbooks and early 30/60/90 check‑ins.

Train on compliance and student privacy basics.

Reinforce ethical recruitment and truthful marketing.

For K–12, add background checks and safety training.

For ESL, require TESOL/TEFL and cultural competence.

For trades, verify industry certs and recent practice.

Track PD hours and peer observations.

Celebrate teaching excellence with real recognition.

Build succession plans for key positions.

Staff augmentation can cover peaks and launches.

Outsource roles temporarily, then convert to FTEs.

If you’re researching “how to hire faculty for a school,”

staffing early keeps timelines realistic.

And “how much does it cost to hire faculty?”

Factor salaries, benefits, and recruitment fees.

Keep an updated org chart tied to enrollment.

Scale headcount prudently as cohorts grow.

Maintain inclusive, bias‑aware hiring practices.

Document interview notes and decisions.

An accreditation consultant can audit faculty files.

We check alignment and evidence completeness.

We also help craft job posts that resonate.

And run searches for hard‑to‑fill roles.

Great people multiply student success.

Great systems keep them thriving.

Want a high‑performing academic team fast?

We’ll recruit, vet, and onboard with you.

We’ll also plug gaps with staff augmentation.

Your students feel the impact immediately.

Build the team your mission deserves.

Expert Education Consultants helps you hire right the first time. Call me today to schedule your consultation. Call (925)208-9037 or email sandra@experteduconsult.com