We're seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to build and scale our global tutor network from scratch. You'll own full-cycle recruiting for educators, from workforce planning and sourcing to assessment, offers, and onboarding.
You'll need to understand educational talent deeply : what makes a great tutor, how to assess teaching ability in interviews, and how to move quickly without compromising quality.
What You'll Do
Sourcing & Pipeline Building
- Build global talent pipelines across subjects, grade levels, and specializations (including special needs education)
- Develop creative sourcing strategies through universities, teacher communities, and professional networks
- Establish employer brand in education communities
Full-Cycle Recruiting
Screen, interview, coordinate with subject experts, and close candidatesAssess subject expertise, teaching ability, communication skills, and cultural fitMake data-driven hiring recommendationsWorkforce Planning
Analyze student demand to forecast hiring needs by subjectTrack recruiting metrics and optimize processesIdentify talent market trends and adjust strategiesProcess Design
Build scalable screening and assessment frameworksCreate structured interview guides that measure subject mastery, teaching instincts, emotional intelligence, and passionRefine candidate experience based on feedbackOnboarding & Quality
Design focused 2-3 day onboarding programsDefine hiring criteria and quality standardsTrack post-hire performance to improve selection accuracyWhat We're Looking For
Core Skills
2+ years full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally high-volume or specialized rolesCreative sourcing and strong assessment abilitiesProven stakeholder management across teams and time zonesExcellent organizational skills managing multiple prioritiesPersonal Attributes
High agency—you solve problems proactively without hand-holdingTech-savvy with ATS platforms, CRMs, and sourcing toolsOutstanding communicator who builds rapport quicklySound judgment to assess teaching ability and spot red flagsBias toward action—ship, test, iterateComfortable with ambiguity and fast-changing prioritiesData-informed decision makerNice to Have
Education, edtech, or mission-driven recruiting experienceMarketplace or platform business backgroundInternational / remote recruiting experienceFamiliarity with education sector talent poolsWhy This Role Matters
Strategic Impact : Shape hiring strategy with founders, not just fill requisitionsBuild from Scratch : Create the recruiting playbook for a global education platformFull Ownership : Real autonomy over processes and decisionsMeaningful Work : Every great tutor you hire changes students' livesThe Reality
This role moves fast. Hiring needs shift quickly. You'll make decisions with incomplete information and iterate constantly. But if you're energized by strategic recruiting, assessing teaching talent, and building at startup pace—you'll thrive here.
