Director Of Teacher Recruitment

JOB OPPORTUNITY WITH TFC–GAKINAAMAAGE
Director of Teacher Recruitment
The Basics
Hiring Salary Range
$76,668 - $86,590 per year plus benefits
Start Date
As soon as possible
Interview Process
Intro Interview
1-hour interview with a task
Virtual office experience
Location:
Currently a work-from-home position, however, the successful candidate may be required to report to our Toronto office approximately two times per week
Closing Date
Until filled
Required Experience
5+ years of leadership experience in talent acquisition/ full cycle recruitment (or equivalent experience)
5+ years managing personnel, with demonstrated skill in leading and coaching a high-performing team
Proficiency with CRM and data management software to collect, analyze, and act on data that tracks outcomes
Must have a valid driver’s license
Desired Experience
Experience teaching in a northern First Nation would be a strong asset
Our Approach
Education in Canada is a success story. Study after study shows that our public schools are among the best in the world. But high overall quality masks deep inequality. Only 48 percent of First Nations youth living on reserve have a high school diploma. In the North, those numbers are even lower. And, too often, teachers arrive in northern First Nations without the preparation and support they need to succeed—and stay—in the classroom. The twin challenges of teacher supply and turnover compound historical injustice and systemic inequities to produce a statistical education gap between First Nations and non-First Nations communities.
TFC–Gakinaamaage is a non-profit organization that works with northern First Nations to recruit, prepare, and support committed teachers who will increase student outcomes in the North. This model has been defined by First Nations Community Partners, our Circle of Advisors, our Board of Directors, and experienced northern educators.
Our Culture
TFC–Gakinaamaage has a supportive work culture and offers a variety of benefits to its team members including 4-weeks of annual vacation that increases with tenure, access to mental wellness supports, flexible hours, and team-wide professional development opportunities. In addition to these perks and benefits, TFC–Gakinaamaage also honours National Indigenous Peoples Day and the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation as statutory holidays; and the last week of every calendar year is paid time off too!
On our team, we are fortunate to have a committed, experienced, talented, and humble group of leaders. Together, this team works hard to create a meaningful impact. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, innovative, energizing, and rewarding work environment, then we want to hear from you!
Your Responsibilities
Northern First Nations want to hire well-suited Canadian-certified teachers to support student success. The Teacher Recruitment department is responsible for recruiting, selecting, and facilitating a matching process between First Nations Community Partners and teachers. The Director of Teacher Recruitment will report to the Vice President of Programs and have the following responsibilities:

• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in teacher recruitment to develop and execute innovative recruitment strategies that attract a diverse pool of highly qualified teachers
• Support staff with teacher interview weekends, recruitment events, community-teacher matching process to ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment and selection journey
• Manage technology to track and analyze program metrics, create reports for senior management, and improve program efficiency and effectiveness (we currently use Salesforce, Qualtrics, ClickUp, Dropbox, Mailchimp, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace)
• Collaborate with other departments to maximize TFC–Gakinaamaage’s collective impact
• Manage full-cycle teacher recruitment and update processes to reach ambitious targets, including developing departmental objectives, budgets, and tools
• Perform other job-related duties as needed
• Manage the Northern Practicum Program to recruit and facilitate B.Ed. students’ teaching placements with First Nations Community Partners
• Manage Teacher/Education Assistant Program recruitment; a professional development opportunity for community members
• Build and maintain relationships with universities and support senior management in developing partnerships with local school boards to establish a strong talent pool
• Work with education leaders from First Nations Community Partners to improve the ways that we support their hiring needs
• Manage teacher recruitment and selection team to support and advance the goals of the department and organization (there are currently three full-time managers, one full-time coordinator, and one to two summer contracts that report to this position)
• Revise departmental practices, procedures, and policies to be in line with legal requirements and best practices
• Oversee the revision of the teacher application, teacher selection criteria, and community-teacher matching database to improve user experience

Your Fit

• You are highly organized: You have strong time management skills and prioritize to plan effectively and meet competing deadlines.
• You are a tech expert: You are highly proficient with Salesforce (or similar CRM software), data management software, project management software, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace. You learn other tech quickly.
• You are results-focused: You enjoy setting goals, creating actionable plans, and being held accountable for outcomes. You reflect on results to continually improve.
• You are respectful of Indigenous cultures and histories: You have a deep respect for the histories, cultures, and goals of Indigenous communities in Canada.
• You are a strong communicator: You communicate well with others in person and through digital interfaces.
• You are relationship-oriented: You build relationships with ease and you engage others around you.

Application Process
Please send your resume and cover letter addressed to Zuzana Balazova at [email protected].
TFC–Gakinaamaage is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. As an organization that works with First Nations, we value Indigenous perspectives in the workplace and strongly encourage Indigenous candidates to apply.
TFC–Gakinaamaage welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.