Whether you are the proprietor of a small elementary academy or a university president, you can use an education search firm to meet all your staffing needs. No matter which position you wish to fill, from a teacher's assistant to a school principal, education placement firms take the guesswork out of the task.

Still unsure about using search firms? Education companies specialize in filling the needs of schools like yours. Consider the following as you embark on the daunting task of finding the perfect candidate to meet all your needs:

1. An educational recruiting firm will meet with you and your hiring committee to determine the best fit for your school.

2. Education search firms have the ability to review resumes and CVs and choose only the top candidates.

3. Hiring a recent college graduate may save your school money.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Use higher education search firms to save time and money filling vacancies at your school

Even small schools form a hiring committee to fill a single position. You can save the time and energy of your hiring committee, allowing them to attend to their regular duties, by using the services of educational recruiting firms.

I recommend: eduSearch is dedicated to filling executive positions in higher education. Contact them today for a free evaluation and to find out if they can help you. Witt/Kieffer has over 35 years of executive search experience on behalf of non-profit and education clients. Contact them to learn more about their services.

Do not believe that school search firms fill only top level positions

There are plenty of search firms who specialize in filling teacher positions in grades K through 12. They know that you have high standards at your school and will work with you to meet your teacher recruiting needs.

I recommend: You can become a member of The Education Group for an annual fee. Carney, Sandoe and Associates has been matching elementary and secondary teacher candidates with schools big and small. For a small fee you can list your position with them. Sign up for a free trial at Teacher Jobs. You will be able to post unlimited job postings and search resumes for free during the trial period.

Search resumes listed with placement firms for teachers

Many new college graduates place their resumes on sites geared toward teachers. This may be the best way to hire a fresh face on a budget as well as view the resumes of more seasoned teachers. You will be able to review their credentials before contacting them directly.

I recommend: For a fee, you can register at Academic Careers Online and gain access to resumes as well as post your particular job. You can join SchoolSpring for a fee but they allow potential candidates to view jobs and post their resumes for free.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Educational search firms are experienced in filling academic positions. Do not be fooled by a one-stop recruiting service that does not specialize in academia.