Let’s get started
By clicking ‘Next’, I agree to the Terms of Service
and Privacy Policy, and consent to receive emails from Rise
Jobs / Job page
K12 Language and Literacy Sales Specialist - TX South/East image - Rise Careers
Job details

K12 Language and Literacy Sales Specialist - TX South/East

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Fast Facts

We are seeking a passionate K12 Language and Literacy Sales Specialist to grow our customer base within southern and eastern Texas, leveraging your consultative sales skills to drive success in K-12 education.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Responsibilities: You will achieve sales goals through new business development, maintain strong customer relationships, conduct product presentations, and collaborate with internal teams to enhance customer success.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Skills: Must possess strong communication, consultative-selling, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with experience in account management and CRM usage.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of relevant sales experience; familiarity with Salesforce.com and the education sector is preferred.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Location: Candidates must reside in southern or eastern Texas, ideally near Houston or San Antonio, and travel is required up to 60% within the designated territory.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $55,000 - $85,000.



WHO ARE YOU?  A sales professional who shares our passion and has a consultative mindset. A relationship builder who enjoys finding solutions for challenges and who understands the unique needs of K-12 students and schools.

WHO ARE WE?  We are passionate, innovative, lifelong learners, and creative thinkers working to develop culturally authentic language learning products for K-12 schools and universities.

WHAT IS THE ROLE ABOUT? As a Language & Literacy Sales Specialist for our K12 team, you will play a key role in expanding our customer base within south and eastern Texas. You will call upon your industry knowledge, product acumen, sales and presentation skills to serve as an ambassador of VHL and drive the overall success of the organization and our customers. 

WHY IS THIS EXCITING? We are a growth-minded organization, and this role is on the front lines learning about and partnering with our education customers in order to have a positive impact on their students and administrators.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:        

  • Consistently achieve sales goals by winning new business/ adoptions and increasing sales within existing accounts (upselling and cross selling) within assigned territory
  • Develop and maintain strong understanding of VHL products, territory, market and the specific needs of customers 
  • Successfully use consultative selling and active listening skills to win business opportunities and align product offerings with customer needs 
  • Effectively and strategically manage and map territory, develop successful account penetration strategies and employ “smart selling” techniques 
  • Prepare and present persuasive and targeted sales and training presentations for both print and digital programs 
  • Strategically establish and maintain strong relationships with educators, administrators, current and potential customers 
  • Participate in national sales meetings, networking events, conferences and on-site team meetings 
  • Proactively identifies and follows up on new business opportunities as well as routinely follows up with customers to ensure that issues are satisfactorily resolved 
  • Effectively collaborates with internal team members and stakeholders including Sales, Development and Marketing 
  • Uncovers and attends networking and sponsorship events to increase contacts and build brand awareness. 
  • Collaborate with Contracts and Proposals team 

YOU MUST HAVE (MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE)        

  • Bachelor’s degree minimum
  • 1+ years of experience in a consultative sales, account management, or business development role with a successful track record
  • Strong technology orientation and experience presenting and/or conducting demonstrations for a variety of audiences in-person and virtually
  • Exceptional communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and relationship building skills with an ability to adapt the approach based on the scenario and audience
  • Experience using a CRM to manage sales activities and accounts 
  • Excellent prospecting, consultative-selling, negotiation, territory management and active listening skills
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, time management and follow through skills
  • Strong drive, entrepreneurial spirit, flexibility and team orientation
  • Experience strategically executing effective business travel including setting appointments
  • Strong customer service orientation and business acumen
  • Willingness to travel up to 60% within the territory area, and on occasion to networking/industry events, etc. without restriction  

IDEAL IF YOU HAVE (PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE)        

  • Experience using Salesforce.com
  • Experience working with or within the publishing, ed-tech, language learning or similar part of the industry
  • Familiarity with VHL products and our supersite  
  • Working knowledge of the Spanish language
  • Advanced degree

LOCATION: To be considered, candidates must reside within the territory. Ideal candidate will reside near a major airport in the Houston or San Antonio, Texas area and be willing to travel throughout the territory without restriction. Relocation is not available for this position.      

Vista Higher Learning Glassdoor Company Review
2.9 Glassdoor star iconGlassdoor star icon Glassdoor star icon Glassdoor star iconGlassdoor star icon
Vista Higher Learning DE&I Review
3.63 Glassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star icon Glassdoor star icon Glassdoor star icon
CEO of Vista Higher Learning
Vista Higher Learning CEO photo
Jon Aram
Approve of CEO

Average salary estimate

$70000 / YEARLY (est.)
min
max
$55000K
$85000K

If an employer mentions a salary or salary range on their job, we display it as an "Employer Estimate". If a job has no salary data, Rise displays an estimate if available.

Similar Jobs
Photo of the Rise User

Seeking a Field Sales Representative in Miami to drive growth in fluid control and filtration systems for a well-established industrial supplier.

Photo of the Rise User
Topsort Hybrid Somerville, Massachusetts, United States
Posted 9 days ago

Enterprise Account Executive role at Topsort, a cutting-edge advertising technology company focused on clean, AI-driven ad solutions and poised for rapid growth.

Foley is seeking an entry-level Business Development Representative to join their remote sales team and contribute to scaling their innovative SaaS platform.

Nexstar Hybrid CT, New Haven
Posted 14 days ago

Seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead digital and broadcast sales teams, driving revenue and strategic growth at Nexstar’s WTNH/WCTX.

Photo of the Rise User
Posted 11 days ago

Lead fashion and timepiece sales and training at Jared Jewelers, driving exceptional guest service and team performance in Chattanooga, TN.

Photo of the Rise User
Enthusiast Auto Holdings Hybrid Wadsworth, Ohio, United States
Posted 7 days ago

Experienced automotive aftermarket sales professional sought to grow wholesale accounts and drive revenue for Enthusiast Auto Holdings' top brands.

Photo of the Rise User
Customer-Centric
Mission Driven
Inclusive & Diverse
Rise from Within
Diversity of Opinions
Work/Life Harmony
Growth & Learning
Transparent & Candid
Medical Insurance
Paid Time-Off
Maternity Leave
Mental Health Resources
Equity
Child Care stipend
Paternity Leave
WFH Reimbursements
Flex-Friendly
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401K Matching
Military leave

Drive NVIDIA's Public Sector cloud revenue growth as a strategic Business Development Manager collaborating with cloud providers and partners.

Photo of the Rise User
Posted 6 days ago

Drive impactful sales growth at BILL by converting leads and closing deals as a Senior Account Executive within a cutting-edge fintech environment.

Photo of the Rise User
Posted 14 days ago

Exciting opportunity for a Sales Development Representative to drive lead qualification and growth at an early-stage fintech startup in New York.

Photo of the Rise User
Avive Hybrid Brisbane, CA or Remote
Posted 6 days ago

Avive Solutions is seeking a motivated Account Executive to drive sales in the DMV region, supporting their life-saving AED technology mission with dynamic territory management.

Photo of the Rise User
Posted 7 days ago

Lead impactful sales training initiatives remotely as a Field Sales Trainer for Land O'Lakes, supporting growth and development within Animal Nutrition/Purina and Winfield United sales teams.

hcmportal Hybrid US - DALLAS/COPPELL (TXCPP)
Posted 2 days ago

The District Account Executive will leverage strategic sales skills to grow UPS’s SMB client base through relationship building and logistics expertise.

Photo of the Rise User

AbbVie is searching for an experienced Senior District Manager to lead commercial efforts in Detroit focusing on chronic migraine and movement disorder therapies.

MATCH
Calculating your matching score...
FUNDING
SENIORITY LEVEL REQUIREMENT
TEAM SIZE
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time, remote
DATE POSTED
April 19, 2025

Subscribe to Rise newsletter

Risa star 🔮 Hi, I'm Risa! Your AI
Career Copilot
Want to see a list of jobs tailored to
you, just ask me below!