Fast Facts

Teaching Strategies is seeking a Hunter Account Executive to generate new business in the early childhood education sector. This remote position requires a proactive approach to sales and relationship-building in order to drive revenue growth.

Responsibilities: The role involves driving net new sales, managing the full sales cycle, and developing relationships with key decision-makers to expand the customer base.

Skills: Candidates should have 2-4 years of sales experience, proficient communication skills, and expertise in cold calling and CRM usage (Salesforce preferred).

Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree and a successful track record in new business acquisition are required, along with familiarity in education or technology sales.

Location: This remote position allows employees to work from anywhere in the USA, with occasional travel as necessary.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $60,000 - $90,000.

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Teaching Strategies is an innovative edtech organization focused on connecting teachers, children, and families. As front runners in the early childhood education market, we build dynamic, top-quality digital products that integrate all of the essential elements of a high-quality solution: curriculum, assessment, professional development, and family engagement. We are building a team of results-oriented individuals who will thrive in a collaborative, work-hard/play-hard culture. We pride ourselves on the impact we have on the early childhood field through supporting teachers who are doing the most important work there is, teaching children to become creative, confident thinkers.

Position Overview

As a Hunter Account Executive, you will focus on generating new business for Teaching Strategies by selling our full suite of products and services to the early childhood market. In this role, you will drive the entire sales process for new accounts within your designated territory. Your primary responsibility is to target net new opportunities and expand our market presence. This position requires a proactive, hunter mentality to uncover new leads, create strong relationships, and close new business.

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven, self-motivated professional who thrives on the challenge of creating new business opportunities and making an impact. If you're a sales hunter with a passion for early childhood development, we'd love to hear from you!

Specific Roles & Responsibilities:

• Act as a subject matter expert on Teaching Strategies' products and services, staying up-to-date on the competitive landscape in early childhood development.
• Drive net new sales and meet or exceed revenue targets within your assigned territory.
• Develop and execute a strategic plan to identify, prospect, and close new business opportunities.
• Identify and qualify leads, and conduct prospecting efforts to expand the customer base.
• Take ownership of the full sales cycle-from lead generation to closing the deal-by effectively managing opportunities and negotiations.
• Participate in campaigns and marketing programs designed to uncover new business opportunities and expand territory presence.
• Build and maintain an active pipeline of potential customers through strategic and creative prospecting.
• Use Salesforce to track, manage, and report on all sales activities, opportunities, and progress within your assigned territory.
• Establish relationships with key decision-makers to identify their needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• Regularly communicate with leadership and internal teams to align on strategy and share feedback from prospects and clients.
• Effectively manage time and resources for territory coverage, including travel when needed.
• Ensure timely follow-up with leads and prospects to drive sales progress and document all interactions within Salesforce.

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of proven experience in a sales role, specifically focused on new business acquisition; experience in education or technology sales is a plus.
• A track record of successfully prospecting, qualifying, and closing new business.
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage a high-volume sales territory.
• Expertise in cold calling, consultative selling, and negotiating to close deals.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Why Teaching Strategies

At Teaching Strategies, our solutions and services are only as strong as the teams that create them. By bringing passion, dedication, and creativity to your job every day, there's no telling what you can do and where you can go! We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package, flexible work schedules, opportunities to engage with co-workers, access to career advancement and professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a difference in the communities we serve.

Let's open the door to your career at Teaching Strategies!

Some additional benefits & perks while working with Teaching Strategies

• Teaching Strategies offers our employees a robust suite of benefits and other perks which include:
• Competitive compensation package
• Employee Equity Appreciation Program
• Health and wellness insurance benefits
• 401k with employer match
• Flexible work environment
• Unlimited paid time off (which includes paid holidays and Winter Break)
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and opportunities for career growth
• Best in class technology equipment for every employee
• Penthouse suite in downtown DC seconds away from Washington Nationals Stadium and Audi Field

Teaching Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)