The Intro Part

Hi! My name is Bethanne, and I'm the Area Manager for Thrive, a swiftly growing organization devoted to providing exceptional play-based learning experiences for young children and cultivating a better humanity for all. We're looking for a highly qualified Talent Acquisition Specialist experienced in hiring for frontline specialized positions to support our incredible team of directors in sourcing and retaining high-caliber staff for our existing schools and opening new centers with top-tier educators!

The About Us Part

Thrive is a nurturing and supportive community of early childhood professionals that are passionate about the importance of, and interplay between, play and discovery. We currently have four schools where we are creating a thriving community for children, families and educators with exciting advancement opportunities and a focus on personal and professional growth, and we're continuing to grow throughout the Denver Metro area.

The How Much Will I Make & How Many Hours Will I Work Part (aka the First Thing You Are Probably Reading Part)

We are looking to hire a full-time Talent Acquisition Specialist (Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day) for a salaried position making $65,000-$75,000 per year plus extensive benefits. This position is a hybrid role, requiring time spent operating out of each of our schools (Denver, Englewood, Littleton, and Golden, along with future centers as they open) in addition to remote work when necessary.

The Benefits Part

We have strong beliefs about maintaining harmony between work and life for all our staff, and those beliefs drive the benefits we offer.

We believe that time is our most valuable resource:

• Over 5 weeks of paid holidays and breaks (you can visit our website, thrivepreschool.com, to see a sample school year calendar)
• 80 hours of paid time off each year in addition to the regular school holidays and breaks

We believe in caring for others now and into the distant future:

• Full group medical, dental and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance offerings (disability, accident, hospital, etc.)
• 401(k) plans with employer contribution matching

We believe exceptional school environments start with building a strong, connected community:

• Be part of a values-driven organization where community and giving back is at the heart of everything we do.
• Experience the joy of working with schools hosting seasonal festivals with pumpkin patches, food trucks, ice cream socials and more.
• Collaborate with passionate educators and leaders who care deeply about connection and belonging.
• Your imagination is the limit—we're always looking for great new ways to bring the community together, so share your passions with us, and we'll work together to make something special

We believe every human being has the right to continued personal and professional growth:

• Professional development and continuing education opportunities as you grow with the organization

The Are We a Great Fit Part

Compatibility means everything to us. If you are dedicated to the future of our children and Thrive when recruiting, hiring and supporting others in doing the same, you're probably in the right place. But let's get the usual qualifications out of the way first.

Just to make sure we're on the same page, let's start with the basics:

• Proven experience as a talent acquisition specialist, with a focus on hiring staff in educational environments (ECE-oriented experience preferred)

• Deep knowledge of full-cycle recruitment processes, particularly sourcing and screening candidates, preferably within the education sector

• Demonstrable experience in developing proactive solutions for actively identifying and sourcing candidates

• Creative mindset, with a desire to implement innovative recruiting, networking, and hiring strategies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Strong organizational and time management abilities

• Capable of both working independently and collaborating effectively with teams

• Attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion

• Intentional, mindful and reflective in professional practices

• Ability to receive and utilize feedback and constructive criticism

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

The Responsibilities Part

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Thrive, you will play a crucial role in identifying and attracting high-quality staff to join our team. We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual with a proven track record in full-cycle recruitment with a particular focus on sourcing and screening. You will work closely with each of the schools' directors and management to understand their staffing needs and develop and implement effective recruitment strategies tailored to each of their individual educational settings. Your responsibilities will include:

• Source new applicants from a variety of channels, including online job boards, social media, professional networks, and direct recruiting, to attract qualified teachers and administrators to our schools.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial phone screenings to evaluate candidates' qualifications and fit for educational roles.
• Support directors in coordinating the interview process, including scheduling with candidates
• Conduct reference checks and resume validation for all candidates along with exit interviews for outgoing staff.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all in-process candidates in the organization's ATS.
• Provide regular updates to management on recruitment progress and challenges, and offer innovative solutions
• Monitor industry trends and best practices in recruitment and talent acquisition within educational environments
• Monitor labor legislation and inform managers about relevant current or upcoming changes in regulations
• Refine offer letters to ensure compliance with all regulations and positive appearance for prospective candidates
• Collaborate with our branding team to design and develop materials to share with candidates to put our best foot forward at the start of the process

The Goodbye Part

If you're interested in helping us establish an incredible team to provide a brighter future for our children, please don't hesitate another moment in reaching out! When we find the right person to join our community, we always wish we could have had you with us from the very beginning, but we'll have to settle for the joy of having you now and growing with you for many years to come. Any questions? Of course, go ahead and ask. That's what we're here for. That's what we're all here for: to question.

Sincerely,

Bethanne Rodriguez