Recruitment and Retention Resources

SAIS Career Center

Whether planning your next career move or looking to fill a key position, the SAIS Career Center connects schools with job seekers in independent schools across the region and beyond.

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General Hiring Resources

Resources for both employers and job seekers. Hiring mistakes to avoid, background checks, cost of living calculator, and reminders from the EEOC on employment practices and policies.

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Webinar Recordings: Recruitment and Hiring

Presentations from experts in the field addressing onboarding, virtual hiring, background and reference checks, and more.

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Developing Job Descriptions and Postings

Helpful tips to create effective job postings including how and when to use AI to assist in the process.

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Supporting and Retaining Your Top Talent

Reviewing employment agreements, comparing compensation and benefits, exploring faculty retention, and revisiting faculty evaluations.

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The Interview

Sample questions for employers and job seekers. Legal parameters on what can and cannot be asked during an interview.

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Search Resources for Heads

Advice from heads on the search process. Perspectives on what candidates can expect.

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Association Career Centers

Links to career centers for state independent school associations, specialized associations (Montessori, Christian, Friends, etc.) and national associations (NAIS, NAES, etc.).

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National Search Firms

Links to national search firms for both faculty and administrative positions.

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