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.
As schools strive to diversify their faculty and address staffing challenges, hiring international teachers is becoming an increasingly attractive option. However, many schools mistakenly assume that visa sponsorship is too complex or costly to pursue. In reality, with the right partnerships and strategies, schools can successfully sponsor international educators while managing the process efficiently. In
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The journey to becoming a Head of School is both exhilarating and daunting, and at times, even a little ridiculous. I remember arriving at my hotel after a finalist interview day, electrified by the experience, but so completely drained that I fell immediately asleep, thankful I had pre-set my alarm for the next morning. The
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Senior Consultant and International Practice Leader, Karen Neitzel, had the privilege of re-connecting with Assistant Head of School, Becky Jobes, over Zoom in late March. Becky is in her first year as the Assistant Head of School at Frankfurt International School. That search was led by Karen Neitzel, Deb Welch and Madeleine Maceda Heide. She
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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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