Director of School Partnerships - Texas

Parallel

25d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and driven Director of School Partnerships to develop and expand Parallel Learning’s presence across the State of Texas. This role is ideal for a relationship builder who is passionate about education, skilled in consultative sales, and motivated by driving growth in a mission-driven organization. The Account Executive will be responsible for territory development, lead generation, and full-cycle sales — from initial outreach to contract negotiation and close — with K–12 school districts and education agencies throughout the State of Texas. Why Join Parallel Learning Mission-driven company making a measurable impact in education. Competitive compensation with base + uncapped commission. Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and equity options. Supportive, collaborative, and innovative remote work culture. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to: Make an impact: you are motivated by a mission-driven culture and supporting those who support student success Join a fast-growing startup that is committed to service, supporting K-12 special education programs, and who believe in a collaborative culture of continuous learning.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience in Ed Tech Sales and/or with Ed Tech sales combined with prior K-12 service (teacher or administrator).
• Proven success in managing complex processes, consultative and inclusive approach, relationship building, and follow through.
• Strong understanding of the K–12 ecosystem, especially special education and student services.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to thrive in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce, Salesloft) and virtual presentation platforms (Zoom, Google Meet). Ideal candidates should posses an “early adopter” mentality in reference to technology solutions and tools.
• Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or background in K-12 education a plus.

Responsibilities

• Territory Development: Strategically plan, develop, and execute a territory growth plan for states within the State of Texas.
• Pipeline Management: Identify, qualify, and manage prospective clients through the sales funnel using Salesforce and Salesloft.
• Consultative Selling: Understand district pain points and goals; craft tailored solutions leveraging Parallel Learning’s suite of services.
• Partnership Building: Cultivate long-term relationships with key district administrators, special education leaders, and decision-makers.
• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with marketing, partnerships, operations, and customer success teams to ensure seamless onboarding and client satisfaction.
• Market Insights: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of education trends, funding models, and state-specific regulations affecting special education services.
• Performance Goals: Consistently achieve and exceed quarterly and annual revenue and pipeline targets.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with base + uncapped commission.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and equity options.
• Supportive, collaborative, and innovative remote work culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees