Talent Recruiter

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm or as agreed upon with the Chief Executive Officer (evenings/weekends as needed for events)

Work Location: This is a 100% on-site position, requiring employees to work in person five (5) days per week. This role is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

Salary: $68,000 - $92,000What is the opportunity?

At Foundation Academies, excellent teaching drives scholar achievement. We are seeking a Senior Talent Recruiter (Partnerships & Pipeline) who loves meeting people, building community, and cultivating strategic partnerships that deliver a diverse, high-caliber pipeline of educators. This senior recruiter is a visible ambassador for FA; networking, hosting, presenting, and closing to ensure every instructional role is filled on time.

You’ll own external relationships (universities, HBCUs/HSPUs, CMOs, residencies, alt-cert providers, professional associations, community orgs, alumni networks, military/veteran pipelines, and fellowship programs) while also running full-cycle searches for priority roles. You are a connector, a persuasive storyteller, and a data-driven closer who thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven environments.

What is in it for you?

• Merit-based pay increases annually 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
• Tax-deferred 403b retirement account with 25% matching up to a certain amount 
• Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
• Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
• Regular strategic professional development and coaching
• Career advancement opportunities
• Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
• Windows-based laptop 
• Regular team-building activities and outings
• 10 sick days and 3 personal days that roll over annually 
• 20 Paid vacation days
• A rewarding career that positively impacts the lives of our amazing students

What will you be doing? 

1) Strategic Sourcing, Networking & Partnerships 

• Build and manage a year-round partnership portfolio (MOUs where appropriate) with universities, HBCUs/HSIs, alt-cert, residencies, state associations, community groups, and talent collectives to supply priority pipelines (SPED, STEM, Spanish, leadership-track).
• Network relentlessly: attend/host fairs, mixers, micro-events, classroom takeovers, guest lectures; organize on-campus days, “Teach at FA” info sessions, and virtual showcases.