Talent

Elevating roles.
Finding Fits.

Our search process

Discovery + Definition

Every search starts with a visit to the school to dive deep into what makes a school unique - and what skills and attributes the school desires in their next leader.

Opportunity Profile

Using the research from Discovery + Definition, NextEd develops a compelling opportunity profile with information about the school, a position description, the challenge for the role, and details on search process.

Talent Analysis

NextEd markets the opportunity and procures an extensive list of potential candidates who are good fits for the role. We handle the initial interview round and provide recorded interviews and progress reports to the search committee.

Review/Interviews

Semi-finalist candidates are presented to the search committee ranked and with comments. Then we work with you to line up in-person interviews, further filtering, and full-day visits for your chosen finalists.

The Offer

NextEd provides “shuttle diplomacy” to relieve the search committee of the often awkward dynamic while in compensation negotiations. We work with the school to produce a term sheet and employment agreement.

Transition Coaching

Optional coaching is available to ensure the greatest possible success during the new Head's onboarding year.

The proof is in the people.

Recruitment app

Coming Soon!

NextEd is in the final steps of testing for our new recruitment app. It is a simple and accessible way for School Heads and HR teams to find each other and get hiring.

NextEd app login screen.

Have you prepared your school for your next leader?

It’s natural to focus your efforts on finding the right fit. But there are always things that can be done to make sure he or she is set up for success. We have a few actionable ideas for your succession plan.