How to hire an education consultant

How to hire an education consultant, step by step

Here's a step-by-step education consultant hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an education consultant job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new education consultant
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The education consultant hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   An education consultant's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, education consultants from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of education consultant salaries for various roles:

   Type of Education Consultant	Description	Hourly rate
   Education Consultant	School counselors help students develop academic and social skills and succeed in school. Career counselors assist people with the process of making career decisions by helping them develop skills or choose a career or educational program.	$17-81
   College Program Internship	A college program intern is responsible for performing actual duties and observations within the industry of choice. Typically, a college program intern works under the supervision of tenured staff, shadowing on the workflow processes, gaining feedback to refine skills, developing work ethics, and building self-confidence... Show more	$12-22
   Student Mentor	A student mentor is responsible for guiding the students on their educational and professional development by encouraging the students to reach their maximum potential, helping them with their study habits and academic concerns. Student mentors widen the social connection of the students by recommending them to join school activities and other educational organizations... Show more	$11-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Excellent Interpersonal
   • PowerPoint
   • Classroom Management
   • Curriculum Development
   • Mathematics
   • Data Analysis
   • Math
   • Professional Development Workshops
   • Enterprise Resource Planning
   • Project Management
   • State Standards
   • K-8
   • K-12
   • Led Training

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead initiative to promote early childhood literacy.
   • Prepare at-risk students for successful completion of their GED exam
   • Provide (ELA) support through writing and grammar instruction.
   • Provide on-boarding and in-service training to staff assign within unit.
   • Assess, plane and implement IEPS for students in grades readiness-third.
   • Ensure program compliance and participate in mediation and fair hearing cases.

   More education consultant duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your education consultant job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An education consultant salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an education consultant in Nebraska may be lower than in New Hampshire, and an entry-level education consultant usually earns less than a senior-level education consultant. Additionally, an education consultant with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average education consultant salary

   $79,608yearly

   $38.27 hourly rate

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   Entry-level education consultant salary

   $37,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 30, 2026

   Average education consultant salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New Hampshire	$113,652	$55
   2	District of Columbia	$108,418	$52
   3	New York	$105,073	$51
   4	Connecticut	$95,626	$46
   5	Massachusetts	$91,028	$44
   6	Delaware	$90,838	$44
   7	West Virginia	$86,317	$42
   8	California	$85,212	$41
   9	Maryland	$80,963	$39
   10	Rhode Island	$77,186	$37
   11	Pennsylvania	$75,557	$36
   12	North Dakota	$71,367	$34
   13	Ohio	$70,729	$34
   14	Oregon	$69,410	$33
   15	Arizona	$68,658	$33
   16	Washington	$67,487	$32
   17	North Carolina	$66,774	$32
   18	Texas	$66,405	$32
   19	Georgia	$66,334	$32
   20	Nevada	$65,804	$32

   Average education consultant salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	TallyGenicom	$130,234	$62.61
   2	Sam	$126,741	$60.93
   3	SAP	$118,052	$56.76
   4	Mondo Media	$116,733	$56.12
   5	Interactive Health	$115,161	$55.37
   6	WholeRen Education	$114,110	$54.86
   7	Curriculum Associates	$112,046	$53.87	7
   8	MIND Research Institute	$111,103	$53.41
   9	Colorado State Express	$110,784	$53.26
   10	Teaching Matters	$110,760	$53.25
   11	Generation Ready	$108,870	$52.34
   12	The University of New Mexico	$105,833	$50.88	14
   13	EMC	$101,145	$48.63
   14	International Rescue Committee	$99,522	$47.85	5
   15	University of Iowa Center for Advancement	$98,101	$47.16	2
   16	Promethean	$91,153	$43.82
   17	F.A. Davis	$90,029	$43.28
   18	Pearson	$87,382	$42.01
   19	Fidelity Investments	$87,285	$41.96	1
   20	TSNE	$86,965	$41.81

4. Writing an education consultant job description

   A job description for an education consultant role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's an education consultant job description:

   Education consultant job description example

   Key Human Services (Key) is one of 5 subsidiary corporations of Keystone Human Services and is governed by a community-based board of directors. Established in 1989, Key expands Keystone's vision of community-based support programs in the State of Connecticut.
   
   Key Human Services has an exciting opportunity for an Education Consultant to work out of our Wethersfield, CT office. This is a hybrid position.
   
   The Education Consultant will serve as a positive role model to train and educate staff to become successful team members who encompass Keystone's mission, vision, and values. This position is the primary contact for employees regarding education and will coordinate, implement, and document all employee educational programs within their assigned service area.
   
   Additionally, this position serves as a liaison with Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Administration Certification Program for all communication and documentation of employees for Initial Certification and Recertification, processes all employee applications and required documentation as directed by DDS, manages and maintains excel spreadsheet to track employees' status through the certification and recertification process, consistently communication operations and nursing teams requesting timely DDS required documentation.
   
   REQUIREMENTS • Associate's degree and three years of related experience in the adult education field OR Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience in the adult education field OR Master's degree and one year of related experience in the adult education field • Internal candidates only may consider: High School Diploma or equivalent and four years of related experience in the adult education field or Associate's degree (60 credit hours) and two years of related experience in the adult education field • Possess a broad knowledge of the human services field in areas such as developmental disabilities, licensing regulations, business administration and personnel management • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and to be able to read, interpret and apply written information • Ability to learn and apply intermediate computer skills • Ability to successfully complete required Medication Administration, First Aid and CPR certifications and other trainings mandated by regulation within specified timeframes • Valid driver's license and, depending on work location, may be required to have daily access to privately maintained and insured vehicle
   
   Position Details:• $21.50 / hour (nonexempt)• Great work environment, excellent benefits, career development and advancement opportunities
   
   Keystone Human Services is committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.
   Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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5. Post your job

   To find education consultants for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any education consultants they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level education consultants with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your education consultant job on Zippia to find and recruit education consultant candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting education consultants requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new education consultant

   Once you've selected the best education consultant candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new education consultant first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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