At Carney, Sandoe & Associates, we believe there is nothing more important than helping schools hire and retain exceptional faculty and leaders. Our expert recruitment and search teams carry out that belief one teacher, one leader, one school at a time. We partner with schools to ensure that they — and the people who shape them — continue to thrive and serve the wider world.
We know that every school is not created equal: a stand-out candidate for one community might not be a good match for another. Our experience, passion, and diligence allow us to make the right match between a school and a candidate.
Our recruitment process is a deeply personal one. We take the time to learn the unique culture of each school, and we invest heavily in forming long-lasting relationships with our hiring contacts. Backed by decades of institutional knowledge, personal connections, hard data, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we take the success of our clients as our personal mission.
Whether you list two positions with us or 20, becoming a CS&A Member School has considerable advantages.
Learn MoreBy becoming a Member School, you enjoy benefits that help meet the hiring objectives of your school. Click here to learn more.
If you’re interested in finding the best candidates to fill a position at your school, you can work with either our Placement Group or our Search Group (or both).
Learn MoreOur Placement Group operates on a contingency basis, typically helping schools fill teaching and coaching positions. Our Search Group works on a “retained search” basis for high-level positions such as head of school and key administrators. Learn more about the differences here.
We are committed to increasing equity, diversity, and inclusion – both within our own organization and among the educational communities with whom we partner.
Learn MoreFrom our annual FORUM/Diversity hiring and professional development event, to our Women’s Institute which supports women in education, to the HBCUs and HSIs we recruit at, and our dedicated DEI consulting services, CS&A is dedicated to fostering diverse and inclusive environments. Click here for more.
The average tenure of independent school heads has decreased significantly over the past few years, and the consequences of more frequent leadership turnover within school communities can be monumental in terms of morale, market standing, and even long-term sustainability. So what can be done to increase the likelihood of retention and success for a school
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Like nearly everyone reading these words, I have spent much of my professional life in meetings. Over the course of my career, as I have shifted from teaching and leading primarily students to teaching and leading primarily adults, I have become a student of meetings, curious about how to make the most of these gatherings
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Believe it or not, five years have passed since the country went into lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While life has largely returned to business as usual, the job market hasn’t fully reverted. Instead, the hiring landscape has evolved, leading to a workforce with a fresh perspective on job hunting. From flexible work models
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You love your work in schools and get great satisfaction from positively impacting the lives of students. Have you thought about taking the step and considering leading a community and being a head of school? Independent schools need great leaders to successfully confront all the challenges that exist in today’s complex world; never has the
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Successful searches demand that all concerned – boards, candidates and consultants – understand the ways in which the role of a school leader is changing. The implications of this awareness are critically important for current Heads or aspiring Heads of International Schools. As Search Consultants, we are acutely aware that Heads of International Schools are
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FORUM DEIB will be hosted at the Lowes Hotel on Market Street in Philadelphia. While you attend the hiring conference and professional development symposium, you are invited to take advantage of some of the city’s best culinary delights. Philadelphia’s food scene is a melting pot of flavors, offering everything from classic cheesesteaks to innovative fine
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If you’ve recently applied for or renewed your candidacy with CS&A, we are excited to work with you this hiring season! When you speak or email with your Associate, it’s important that you tell them certain things about your job search. At Carney Sandoe, we want to make the right match — for both our
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Are you passionate about working with young children and exploring a career in education? Paid associate teaching positions at top independent schools across the country might be the perfect opportunity for you. These roles offer hands-on experience, professional growth, and the chance to make a real impact—all while advancing your career! Here’s what makes these
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Unless you’ve been to one of our national or regional hiring conferences, it can be tough to fully understand how they work. We break down the ins and outs of a conference experience for schools and hiring contacts who don’t know what to expect or aren’t sure how they can be a huge asset when
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