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February 3, 2025 34 mins

Staff shortages are impacting schools everywhere, and bus driver recruitment is a top challenge. In this episode, we dive into how Peoria Unified School District tackled its bus driver shortage with creative strategies, unique research, and a focus on storytelling.

Sara Meredith shares:

  • The Power of Research: Discover the insights they uncovered to shape their campaign.
  • Employee Value Proposition: Learn what it is, why it's essential, and how Sara wishes she had implemented it sooner.
  • Storytelling for Recruitment: From social media strategies to surprising "old-fashioned" tactics that still work, hear the methods that made an impact.

If you're hiring for certified, non-certified, or specialty positions, this episode is packed with practical ideas to help you recruit successfully!


SPECIAL GUEST

Sara Meredith

Communications Coordinator

Peoria Unified School District, Arizona


Email: Smeredith@pusd11.net 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarajmeredith/ 


Website: https://www.peoriaunified.org 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoriaunified  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peoriaunified11/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peoria-unified-school-district/ 



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