At TactStaff Education, we’re proud to have recruiters and professionals who genuinely care about the education professionals they support. Building meaningful connections, listening to what matters, and understanding the realities educators face in their day-to-day work are all part of creating a strong staffing experience.

Meet Emily, Director of Education Staffing at TactStaff, whose experience as a special education teacher gives her a firsthand understanding of the challenges and rewards that come with working in education. Today, she brings that perspective to her role, helping education professionals feel heard, supported, and valued as they explore new contract opportunities.

From the Classroom to Education Staffing

Emily’s career in education recruitment began somewhat unexpectedly. While working as a special education teacher, she was looking for a way to earn extra income over the summer and decided to explore staffing.

What started as a summer opportunity quickly turned into a new career path. Emily discovered that education staffing allowed her to combine her experience in the classroom with something she has always enjoyed: building relationships and connecting with people.

Just three months after getting started, Emily was promoted. That experience confirmed that education staffing was where she could make a meaningful impact in a different way.

Today, she brings her classroom experience and staffing knowledge together to help education professionals navigate contract opportunities with confidence.

Support From Someone Who Understands Education

One of the biggest advantages of working with an education recruiter who has classroom experience is having someone who understands the realities of school-based work.

Emily knows that educators are looking for more than a job description. They want to understand the students they will support, the school environment, available resources, expectations, schedules, and the overall fit of an opportunity. That perspective shapes the way she works with candidates.

Rather than simply focusing on filling an open position, Emily takes time to learn what educators are looking for and what matters most to them in their next role. Whether someone is considering their first contract assignment or has worked contract roles before, her goal is to make sure they have the information they need to make an informed decision.

A Recruiter Who Listens and Advocates

For Emily, one of the most rewarding parts of her job is talking with educators every day.

She enjoys hearing about the highs and challenges they experience in education and learning what motivates them in their work with students and families. Those conversations help her better understand what each professional needs from their next opportunity.

And sometimes, the most meaningful feedback is simple: “I finally feel valued.” For Emily, moments like that reinforce why recruiter support matters. A staffing partnership should be about more than placing someone in an open position. It should be about helping education professionals find opportunities where they feel supported, respected, and able to do their best work.

Get to Know Your TactStaff Education Recruiter

Emily may have started in education staffing unexpectedly, but her experience as a special education teacher continues to influence how she supports educators today.

Her approach is simple: listen, communicate, advocate, and help education professionals find opportunities that make sense for them.

When she isn’t helping educators explore their next career opportunity, Emily is a self-proclaimed pop culture fan. She’s a big fan of reality TV, Bravo, and all things Taylor Swift. As a dedicated Swiftie, she also loves going to concerts whenever she gets the chance.

Thank you, Emily, for bringing your passion for education and commitment to supporting educators to everything you do!

Whether you’re ready to start your first contract or just want to learn more about what’s available, the TactStaff Education team is here to help.

Ready to explore your next education opportunity? Connect with a TactStaff Education recruiter today and start a conversation about what you’re looking for.