Connect. Collaborate. Inspire. Advance Education.

Join the Leaders Shaping the Future of Educator Recruitment and Retention

The AAEE Annual Conference and National Education Career Fair brings together education professionals, school district leaders, university representatives, and talent acquisition experts from across the country to share innovative ideas, explore emerging trends, and strengthen the educator workforce.

Whether you're focused on recruiting top talent, strengthening educator preparation programs, improving retention, or building strategic partnerships, AAEE provides valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.

What You Can Expect

• Inspiring Keynotes & Engaging Sessions: Hear from industry leaders and experts addressing the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in educator preparation, recruitment, hiring, and retention.

• Timely Insights & Practical Strategies: Gain valuable information, proven practices, and actionable solutions to support school districts, universities, and education organizations.

• Meaningful Networking Opportunities: Build lasting professional relationships through structured networking events, informal gatherings, and collaborative discussions with education talent professionals nationwide.

• A Diverse Community of Education Leaders: Connect with professionals representing the full PK–12 educator workforce pipeline, from preparation and recruitment to hiring, development, and retention.

• National Education Career Fair: Engage with 50+ hiring institutions and connect with aspiring educators, recent graduates, and local education candidates exploring career opportunities.

Who Attends the AAEE Annual Conference?

The AAEE Annual Conference attracts professionals who are passionate about strengthening the education workforce. Attendees represent a broad range of expertise, including human resources, school district operations, university career services, educator preparation, talent acquisition, recruitment, and employee retention.

From emerging professionals to experienced education leaders, attendees benefit from exchanging ideas, discovering new resources, and building partnerships that make a lasting impact.

Explore the professional roles represented at previous AAEE conferences below and discover why AAEE is a premier networking and professional development opportunity for education talent professionals.



The AAEE Annual Conference brings together professionals from across the educator preparation, recruitment, hiring, and retention landscape. Attendees represent a diverse range of leadership and professional roles, including:

• Human Resources & Talent Management: HR directors, chief human resources officers, talent acquisition specialists, staffing coordinators, and workforce development leaders.
• Educator Recruitment & Retention: Teacher recruiters, recruitment managers, retention specialists, and educator workforce development professionals.
• University Career Services & Employer Relations: Career center directors, career coaches, employer engagement specialists, and teacher placement coordinators.
• Educator Preparation & Higher Education: College of Education deans, professors, educator preparation program leaders, clinical placement directors, and licensure specialists.
• School District & Educational Leadership: Superintendents, assistant superintendents, principals, executive directors, and district administrators.
• Professional Development & Educator Support: Teacher mentoring coordinators, instructional development specialists, new teacher support leaders, and professional learning directors.
• Workforce Innovation & Strategic Partnerships: Apprenticeship program leaders, education program managers, research directors, diversity recruitment specialists, and education organization founders.

From school districts and universities to nonprofit organizations and education workforce partners, AAEE connects the professionals who recruit, prepare, hire, support, and retain the next generation of educators.

Call for Speakers - Opens in November 2026

Our annual conference covers professional development and networking opportunities for professionals from: career services, Colleges of Education, academic advising, K-12 recruitment, school system administration, non-profit and for-profit education-related organizations, and state departments of education.

Venue / Lodging

Event activities and lodging will be at the Embassy Suites in North Orange County

The Embassy Suites by Hilton Brea North Orange County is a 3-star, all-suite hotel located at 900 E Birch St, Brea, CA 92821, steps from the Brea Mall. It features a 7-story atrium, free cooked-to-order breakfast, an evening reception, an outdoor pool, and rates starting around $123–$190+ per night.

Key Hotel Details

• Address: 900 E Birch St, Brea, CA 92821 [1]
• Phone: +1 714-990-6000
• Check-in / Check-out: Check-in at 4:00 PM | Check-out at 11:00 AM
• Accommodation: 228 two-room suites with separate living areas, wet bars, microwaves, and mini-fridges.
• Parking: Covered self-parking available for $20 per day with in/out privileges.
• Pet Policy: Pet-friendly (dogs/cats allowed, weight limits apply, fee is $75 for 1–4 nights or $125 for 5+ nights).

Amenities & Dining

• Free Breakfast: Daily cooked-to-order breakfast with an omelet station (6:00 AM–9:00 AM weekdays, 7:00 AM–10:00 AM weekends) in the atrium.
• Evening Reception: Complimentary manager's reception with drinks and light snacks.
• On-Site Dining: The Refinery / Sweet Spot Sports Bar & Grille serving American lunch, dinner, and cocktails.
• Recreation: Outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, and a fitness center.
• Events: Over 5,000 square feet of meeting and event space accommodating up to 400 guests.

Conference Rate Room Reservations begin January 15, 2027