At SmartStart Education, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our services, including our website (https://smartstart.education/), staffing solutions, tutoring programs, and related offerings. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide high-quality educational staffing and tutoring services. The types of information we may collect include:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details provided by employees, job applicants, school administrators, or clients.
• Professional Information: Resume, qualifications, employment history, and certifications from educators applying to join our team.
• Student and Family Information: Limited data such as student names, grade levels, or academic needs shared by schools or districts for tutoring purposes (where applicable and permitted).
• Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics collected when you visit our website.
• Communications: Information you provide when contacting us, subscribing to updates, or filling out forms.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information in the following ways:

• Directly from You: When you apply for a position, request services, or communicate with us.
• From Schools and Districts: When partnering with educational institutions to provide staffing or tutoring services.
• Automatically: Through cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Facilitate K-12 staffing solutions, including recruiting, onboarding, and managing educators.
• Deliver high-dosage tutoring programs to students in collaboration with schools.
• Communicate with you about job opportunities, services, or updates.
• Improve our website, services, and operational efficiency.
• Comply with legal obligations and protect the rights and safety of our company, employees, and clients.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• School Districts and Partners: To coordinate staffing and tutoring services.
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors (e.g., payroll processors, IT support) who assist us in delivering our services, bound by confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

5. Your Choices and Rights

You have choices regarding your information:

• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in our communications.
• Access or Correct: Contact us to review or update your personal information.
• Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to manage cookies.

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) or General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), such as requesting deletion of your data.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, please contact us immediately.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant updates by posting the revised policy on our website with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to us:

SmartStart Education
Email: info@smartstart.education
Phone: +91 9108510058
Address: No. 14/595, 1st Floor, Nanjappa Reddy Layout, Koramangala 8th Block, Bangalore 560095

Thank you for trusting SmartStart Education with your information. We are dedicated to fostering educational excellence while respecting your privacy.