Associate, School Recruitment

About Achievement First

Achievement First (AF) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization supporting 39 public charter schools across New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. For more than 25 years, AF has been recognized as one of the top tuition-free public charter school networks in the country. We are committed to creating schools of academic excellence within nurturing environments — schools that prepare students to be college-ready and to pursue and succeed in whatever paths they choose in life.

The majority of AF students are Black and Latinx children from low-income families, many of whom will be the first in their families to graduate from college. Across our network, we employ more than 2,200 staff members — 64% of whom identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color — who collectively educate nearly 15,000 students in Brooklyn and Queens, NY; New Haven, Bridgeport, and Hartford, CT; and Providence and Cranston, RI.

Our mission is to prepare every student to excel in college, career, and life; deepen their understanding of self and community; and lead lives of purpose. We believe in the limitless potential within our students and their power to shape a more just society. That belief drives our deep commitment to student achievement: we aim to set a high bar for learning and create warm, demanding classrooms where rigorous instruction is paired with the care, encouragement, and consistency every student deserves.erve as the next generation of leaders in their communities. At AF, students and staff embark on a shared journey to fulfill their incredible potential.

Your Impact

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Talent Partner responsible for executing the full recruitment cycle. This role involves everything from candidate cultivation to preparing offer letters and supporting leaders with matriculation. The Talent Partner will play a crucial role in ensuring that schools within their assigned portfolio are fully staffed each year. This position requires a collaborative approach, working closely with team leaders and the broader recruitment team.

Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Full Recruitment Cycle Management

• Source, screen, and cultivate candidates for various roles within schools and across teams.
• Conduct phone interviews and schedule finalist interviews, providing coaching and feedback to candidates.
• Prepare and send offer letters, and manage candidate communications throughout the hiring process.

Collaboration with leaders

• Work closely with leaders to understand staffing needs and develop action plans to meet those needs.
• Support leaders with the matriculation process, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires.

Accountability for Staffing

• Ensure that all teams within the assigned portfolio are fully staffed each year by meeting recruitment targets and timelines.
• Regularly check in with team staff to obtain referrals and maintain strong relationships.

Data Management

• Maintain accurate records of all recruitment activities and progress toward hiring goals.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss recruitment strategies, hiring goals, and retention strategies.

Skills You’ll Have

All candidates for this position will support AF core values, lead innovation, and manage projects to ensure our team, like our schools, are setting a high bar in all areas and pursuing it relentlessly. Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a similarly, fast-paced work environment.

Travel may be required to and among our schools and offices at various locations (New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island). 

An ideal candidate will have the following experience and qualification:

• 2+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, preferably within the education sector.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with school staff and candidates.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environme