Manager, Talent & Engagement

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Manager, Talent & Engagement

Who We Are

Elevate K-12 is changing the way classrooms work through live, online, real-time instruction to K-12 schools. Through our platform, we bring live, high-quality teaching to schools that often cannot find great teachers.  For students, this means access to classes that would otherwise not be available, preparing them for the world of the future. For instructors, especially women, we provide the opportunity to teach from home, irrespective of their zip code. We are the new way to the classroom!

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • Unlimited PTO & 12 Company Paid Holidays  
  • Strong High-Performance Based Culture with High Growth Potential
  • Team Focus – Events, Outings, Happy Hours & Recognition 
  • Full Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision / 401k Plan
  • Our Team of Elevaters are: Problem Solvers, Passionate, Motivated, Thirsty for Knowledge & Mission Driven

What You Will Be Doing 

Reporting to the EVP, People, the Manager, Talent & Engagement will lead the design, development, and execution of talent enablement programs and processes, from onboarding to performance feedback to career pathways to succession planning. This role will partner with the Elevate K-12 Operations and People teams to focus on solutions that build team skills and competencies and will scale to meet the company's growing talent needs. 

We have an incredible mission, team and brand at Elevate K-12, and we’re getting better every day. We have achieved an extraordinary product/market fit and have entered an exponential growth stage of the company. If all of this sounds exciting to you – We want to hear from you!

The Manager, Talent & Engagement will have three key areas of focus:

  • Implementing talent processes that accelerate performance and drive accountability
  • Developing programs to build workforce competency and engagement in our fast-paced, collaborative, high-growth culture
  • Thinking about longer-term strategies while rolling up their sleeves to execute the details.

Responsibilities 

  • Develop and implement an approach for real-time and periodic goal setting and performance feedback processes, including technology and metrics
  • Evaluate and recommend individual and team assessments
  • Build and manage a simple but sufficient competency model for the business by creating progressive competencies at each primary level and defining potential for next level roles
  • Continuously improve talent management tools and resources for leaders
  • Evaluate and strengthen employee onboarding processes to build new employee alignment with and understanding of company mission, values, and culture
  • Work with the People & Culture team to create innovative initiatives to drive employee engagement and retention
  • Develop and roll out a structured approach to address talent gaps including talent assessments, career paths, organizational learning strategies and succession planning
  • Build an engagement survey process, model and cadence including communication, technology and action planning
  • Work with Operations Talent Development leader to strategize, design and deliver appropriate employee and leadership development programs
  • Lead other important projects as they emerge!

Who You Are

  • 5-7 years combined talent management and/or HR experience
  • Demonstrated ability to operate at pace as part of a small team in a high-growth startup environment
  • Comfortable with change – effective and successful change agent
  • Experience configuring and using HR and talent technology 
  • Strong project management skills and analytical skills, and an understanding of effective use of metrics
  • Experience designing and implementing talent, engagement, and employee/leadership development programs
  • Accountable self-starter with strong organization skills, detail orientation, ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, HR or related discipline
  • Natural collaborator and builder of relationships
  • Strong group communication skills

Our Story 

Elevate K-12 has an important mission: changing the way K-12 classrooms and teaching work. Our organization is a radically open-minded company that is scaling fast. We are a team focused on accountability, high performance, dynamism, and a collaborative culture across all levels. Our teammates have open, honest discussions that drive us toward our mission. Elevate K-12 is in a stage of hyper growth that will continue to provide both new challenges and new opportunities for our team. 

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity, gender expression, change of sex, and transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request

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Technology we use

  • Engineering
  • Product
  • Sales & Marketing
  • People Operations
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    • ZoomCollaboration
    • AsanaProject Management

Location

We are located in downtown Chicago's Loop district, close to numerous CTA and Metra train stations and bus routes

An Insider's view of Elevate K-12

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What’s the vibe like in the office?

Success in the Partnership Associate function is fostered through teamwork and collaboration. People who excel on our team understand the importance of working together, leveraging each other's strengths, and actively participating in a supportive environment. We believe in continuous improvement and successful team members embody a growth mindset.
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Phil

Senior Partnership Manager

What does your typical day look like?

No two days are ever the same - that’s why I came to Elevate. There is so much that goes into the administration of things like HR Technology, benefits, compliance, and payroll. Each day quite honestly is pushing the boundaries of my creativity and knowledge. Part of my joy in working at a start-up is no task is too small for me and my team.

Tif

Director of People
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How does the company support your career growth?

Elevate K12 has allowed me to shift my career from the public sector to the private sector with patience and support. I was in education for 16 years but was able to expand my sales career from SDR to AE in a single year. The company is filled with supportive leaders and team members who are willing to help you grow daily.
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Alex

Partnerships Manager
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How do your team's ideas influence the company's direction?

Our team of customer success managers are the eyes and ears in our schools. The insights they gain from customers while testing new ideas is key in driving improvements to technology and changes in processes which ultimately influence the direction we go as a business.
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Cindy

SVP of Operations

What’s the vibe like in the office?

The Regional Operations team is a fast-paced, high energy, collaborative work environment. Our team has amazingly talented people and decisions have to be made quickly. We work with various schools and students across the US, we wear multiple hats and are always in constant communication with each other to ensure every program is successful.

Ashley

Regional Operations Director

What are Elevate K-12 Perks + Benefits

Elevate K-12 Benefits Overview

Elevate K-12 provides competitive benefits plans for employees!

Culture
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Diversity
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance + Wellness
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
Performance bonus
Child Care & Parental Leave
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Vacation + Time Off
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Fitness stipend
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Onsite gym
Professional Development
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Personal development training

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