Karen Hefferman
Carmel Christian School
Pawleys Island,SC
34
years of professional experience
People-focused professional with a Bachelor’s degree and a diverse background in education, recruiting, sales, and relationship management. Experienced in guiding individuals through important decisions, identifying their needs, providing information, and helping them achieve their goals. Brings extensive experience communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds, managing high-volume recruiting activities, developing client relationships, and following up consistently through phone and email communication. Combines a strong educational background with proven skills in customer acquisition, problem-solving, organization, and building lasting relationships. Passionate about helping others recognize opportunities and reach their full potential.
Work History
Elementary Bible Teacher, Teacher Assistant & Substitute Teacher
2 Years 5 Months- Provided classroom instruction in Bible and support for fourth-grade students, encouraging both academic and spiritual growth and personal development.
- Served in multiple substitute teaching assignments throughout the lower school, adapting to different grade levels and classroom needs.
- Completed two extended, three-month assignments, including a third-grade Teacher Assistant position and Lead Science Lab Teacher for grades 1-5.
- Built positive, Christ-centered relationships with students, teachers, and parents through effective communication and individualized support.
- Helped students understand biblical concepts and how they can apply them to their lives.
- Demonstrated flexibility, organization, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced educational environment.
Senior Corporate Recruiter
2 Years 4 Months- Led talent acquisition efforts for a multi-location corporation, partnering directly with the CEO, CFO, and Vice President of Human Resources.
- Managed recruiting activities from initial contact through hiring, maintaining consistent communication with candidates and hiring managers.
- Identified organizational needs and developed recruiting strategies to attract qualified candidates.
- Built and maintained professional relationships while providing guidance throughout the hiring process.
- Managed multiple open positions and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Talent Acquisition Lead
3 Years- Managed recruiting efforts for a software and services company while working directly with executive leadership.
- Partnered with the executive team to understand staffing needs, assess qualifications, and develop job descriptions.
- Proactively identified and contacted potential candidates through social media, networking, cold calling, and personal contacts.
- Built and maintained candidate pipelines through consistent phone and email communication.
- Guided candidates through the recruitment and interview process while maintaining strong professional relationships.
- Conducted group interviews using the Topgrading methodology.
- Recruited for client services, sales, marketing, and software coaching positions.
Independent Corporate Recruiting Consultant
4 Years- Provided recruiting services to technology and financial organizations based on individual client needs.
- Established and maintained client relationships while identifying staffing needs and sourcing qualified candidates.
- Communicated regularly with clients and candidates to coordinate recruitment activities and facilitate successful placements.
Sourcing Specialist(Contractor)
2 Years- Supported recruiting efforts for multiple banking and technology positions.
- Identified, contacted, and developed relationships with qualified candidates.
- Managed multiple recruiting requests while maintaining organized candidate information and communication.
Recruiting Manager
2 Years- Managed full-cycle recruiting for a growing startup technology company.
- Helped grow the organization from 7 employees to 40 through successful recruiting and talent acquisition efforts.
- Developed relationships with candidates and hiring managers to understand needs and identify the best opportunities.
- Managed multiple recruitment priorities in a fast-paced startup environment.
Recruiting Manager
1 Year- Managed recruiting initiatives for a bi-coastal logistics technology company.
- Supervised and trained two junior recruiters in the Costa Mesa, California office.
- Worked with hiring managers to improve interviewing, candidate evaluation, and hiring practices.
- Developed effective communication and recruitment processes to attract and retain qualified employees.
Partner & Chief Executive Officer
8 Years- Co-owned and managed a recruiting and executive search firm specializing in information technology and engineering professionals.
- Developed new client relationships and acquired business throughout the Raleigh/Durham market.
- Consulted with clients to identify organizational needs and recommend qualified professionals.
- Managed client communication and recruitment assignments from initial engagement through successful placement.
Middle School & High School Teacher
3 Years- Taught sixth-grade mathematics and science, as well as high school Biology and Physical Science.
- Developed lesson plans and provided instruction to students with varying learning needs.
- Supported student development through classroom instruction, communication, and individualized guidance.
- Maintained an organized classroom environment while managing multiple educational responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Certification in Secondary- Education North Carolina
Skills
Student Support & Relationship Building
Verbal and Written Communication
Advising & Individualized Guidance
Customer Acquisition & Sales
High-Volume Phone and Email Communication
Follow-Up & Relationship Management
Needs Assessment & Problem Solving
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Organization & Time Management
Interviewing & Evaluation
Timeline
Elementary Bible Teacher, Teacher Assistant & Substitute Teacher
Carmel Christian School
01.2018 - 06.2020Read More
Senior Corporate Recruiter
SPATCO Contractor
04.2015 - 08.2017Read More
Talent Acquisition Lead
Rhythm Systems, Inc.
01.2014 - 01.2017Read More
Independent Corporate Recruiting Consultant
01.2007 - 01.2011Read More
Sourcing Specialist(Contractor)
Wachovia - First Place IT
01.2003 - 01.2005Read More
Recruiting Manager
SoDeq Technologies
01.2000 - 01.2002Read More
Recruiting Manager
Optum
01.1998 - 01.1999Read More
Partner & Chief Executive Officer
A/R Search, Inc.
01.1990 - 01.1998Read More
Middle School & High School Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
01.1986 - 01.1989Read More
Meredith College
Bachelor of Arts from Biology
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