Simone Hayes

Simone Hayes is an experienced professional in talent acquisition and development, currently serving as the Talent Recruitment Manager at Great Oaks Legacy Charter School since August 2025. Prior to this role, Simone worked as a Talent Acquisition Partner at Children's Aid and as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Key Autism Services. Simone's background includes significant experience in youth development as the Youth Development Program Director for a private organization, where responsibilities included curriculum development and individualized tutoring. Additional roles encompass positions such as Recruiting and Staffing Coordinator and Care Coordinator at Proud Moments ABA, Special Education Paraeducator at Montclair Board of Education, Behavioral Therapist at Therapy Associates ABA Services, and various supervisory and directorial roles at YMCA of Montclair. Simone holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Montclair State University.