Written by: Elizabeth “Betsy” Arons, CEO, USHCA
As a K-12 talent leader, June holds significant importance in your role. It provides an opportunity to reflect on the previous year, plan for the future, and take proactive measures to ensure a smooth transition.
Here are USHCA’s top 10 HR tips for K-12 talent leaders to make the most of June:
Recruitment and Staffing: The Talent Hunt
- Make Waves with a Notice: Spread the word about your district’s teacher’s final resignation date (without consequences) far and wide, including on your website.
- Early Bird Catches the Talent: Aim to hire 80% of your staff before June 30, securing the best candidates before they slip away.
- Anticipate adjustments: Ensure principals and teachers are fully aware of the last possible date for transfers, staying tuned in to potential changes.
- Future-Proof with Proactive Talent Hiring: Scout the applicant pool for candidates in critical shortage fields, hiring above and beyond current needs to prevent last-minute vacancy headaches.
New Hire Onboarding and Engagement: The Warm Welcome
- Make a Memorable Introduction: Plan intentional ceremonies and activities to celebrate and embrace new hires, setting the stage for their success.
- Personal Touches Matter: Reach out to each new hire personally, especially those still seeking placements, to provide support and foster a sense of belonging.
- Ignite the Magic of Mentoring: Pair every new hire with an assigned mentor, cultivating a network of guidance and support for those securing assignments.
Managing Placement and Displacements: The Puzzle Solver
- Unite the Principals: Bring principals together in late June to finalize all placements, ensuring an equitable and efficient resolution for teachers in the involuntary placement pool.
- Financial Jigsaw: Collaborate with finance to determine any potential enrollment losses that could trigger displacements, and proactively address these challenges.
Data Analysis: The Reflection & Look Ahead
- Illuminate the Path Ahead: Collect and review key data to gain insights and shape recruitment, retention, and equity strategies to nurture a thriving K-12 workforce.
Finally…
Honor Your HR Team: The Acknowledgement
Celebrate HR’s Hard Work: Plan a celebration on the teacher reporting date to honor and appreciate your hardworking HR team, giving them a well-deserved moment in the spotlight.
Remember, a well-executed June sets the stage for a remarkable academic year.
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