About 12M Recruiting
12M Recruiting is a specialized executive search firm based in San Mateo that focuses on leadership recruitment for educational institutions and nonprofit organizations. The company is the parent organization of Ed Tech Recruiting, which specializes in technology and innovation positions within the education sector.
12M Recruiting operates as an executive hiring firm with a strong commitment to diversity, intentionality, and long-term placement success. The company follows a proven, robust process designed to identify and recruit extraordinary leaders for mission-critical positions. Their approach emphasizes finding candidates who can execute new initiatives in support of bold strategic plans, particularly in educational and nonprofit settings.
The firm specializes in placing senior leadership roles including heads of school, directors, assistant heads, and other executive positions within K-12 independent schools, international schools, and educational organizations. They have demonstrated expertise in recruiting for positions that require transformative leadership and innovation, as evidenced by their successful placements of directors of teaching and learning, technology directors, and other key educational leaders.
What sets 12M Recruiting apart is their focus on intentional recruitment practices that prioritize inclusive hiring and diverse candidate pools. They work extensively with independent schools, international schools, and educational nonprofits to identify leaders who can drive organizational growth and educational excellence. The company maintains a strong track record of successful placements across various educational institutions throughout the United States.
12M Recruiting's methodology centers on understanding each client's unique culture and strategic objectives, then conducting comprehensive searches that go beyond simply filling positions. They focus on finding leaders who will make lasting positive impacts on their organizations and the communities they serve.








