Academic Hiring Coordinator

Novastar Prep is seeking an Academic Hiring Coordinator to support the recruitment and onboarding of high-quality tutors across the United States. This is a fully remote, hiring-focused role within an education environment. The position is ideal for individuals who are highly organized, people-oriented, and interested in building a long-term career in education operations.

Novastar Prep is a teacher-owned, mission-driven organization dedicated to academic excellence and student impact. Our team is built by educators, for educators, with a strong emphasis on quality instruction, thoughtful hiring, and meaningful support for both students and tutors. This role plays a critical part in shaping the caliber of educators who represent our programs nationwide.

This role does not require prior recruiting experience. Selected candidates will be trained to conduct structured interviews, evaluate applicants, and manage a professional and efficient hiring process.

Role Overview
The Academic Hiring Coordinator will manage the tutor hiring process from initial application through onboarding. This includes candidate screening, conducting virtual interviews, coordinating next steps, and maintaining accurate records throughout the process. The role requires strong attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple candidates simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structured virtual interviews with tutor candidates following internal guidelines
• Evaluate candidates using established criteria and hiring rubrics
• Review applications and identify qualified tutor candidates across subject areas
• Communicate professionally with candidates throughout each stage of the hiring process
• Coordinate interview scheduling and manage candidate pipelines
• Oversee onboarding steps, including documentation and tutor setup
• Maintain accurate and organized records within internal systems
• Ensure a consistent, high-quality candidate experience aligned with company standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1 year of experience in education, tutoring, academic support, coordination, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• Professional presence and comfort leading structured conversations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines effectively
• Reliable, responsive, and process-oriented
• Interest in education and academic quality

Compensation and Benefits

• $50,000 base salary plus performance-based bonuses
• Fully remote position with no travel required
• Structured training and ongoing support
• Clear growth pathway within the organization
• Health insurance reimbursement
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid sick leave

Schedule Options
Full-time
This opportunity is available part-time as well  (20–25 hours per week)

Additional Information
This position is designed for individuals seeking long-term growth within an education-focused organization. It is not a corporate or agency recruiting role.

Salary : $50,000