Fast Facts
Join Teaching Strategies as an Account Executive focused on driving sales of innovative early childhood education products to non-profit organizations while fostering strong relationships and improving education outcomes.
Responsibilities: Identify and develop relationships with non-profit organizations, manage the sales cycle, present tailored solutions, collaborate with internal teams, and meet sales targets.
Skills: Proven sales experience in non-profit or education sectors, strong communication skills, knowledge of non-profit funding cycles, and proficiency in CRM software.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business or related field, 3+ years of sales experience, and demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Location: Denton, TX, US
Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between 55,000 - 90,000.
Be a Part of our Team!
Join a working family that is dedicated to the mission of the work we do!
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
Teaching Strategies is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Account Executive to join our team. This role focuses on building relationships and driving sales of our innovative early childhood education products and services to non-profit organizations that support early childhood development, and their families.. The ideal candidate will combine strong sales acumen, a deep understanding of the non-profit sector, and a genuine passion for improving early education outcomes.
Specific Roles & Responsibilities:
- Prospecting and Lead Generation: Identify and target non-profit organizations aligned with early childhood education, leveraging research and networking strategies.
- Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders in non-profits, including executive directors, program managers, and educational coordinators.
- Solution Selling: Present Teaching Strategies' products and services as tailored solutions to the unique needs and goals of non-profit clients.
- Sales Cycle Management: Manage the entire sales process, from initial outreach and needs assessment to proposal development and contract negotiation.
- Market Research and Insight: Stay informed about trends, challenges, and opportunities in the non-profit and early childhood education sectors to position our offerings effectively.
- Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with internal teams, including marketing, customer success, and product development, to align strategies and deliver an exceptional client experience.
- Performance Tracking: Meet and exceed sales targets, tracking progress through the CRM system and providing regular updates to leadership.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business, education, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- 3+ years of proven sales experience, preferably in the non-profit or education sectors.
- Strong knowledge of non-profit funding cycles, grant processes, and mission-driven organizational structures.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, Salesloft) and other sales tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and achieve results in a fast-paced environment.
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, LLC is committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer of Minorities, all Genders, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
