We work together to combine the best technology with research-based, engaging curriculum. As a nonprofit, we strive first and foremost to make a difference in the lives of children, reaching them early, and helping build a strong foundation for their future.
Sound like a mission you can get behind? We are looking for creative, collaborative and passionate people to help make it happen. Join us!
Our U.S. headquarters and customer service offices are located in the broader Salt Lake City area. We also have remote employees across the country.
Our U.S. headquarters and customer service offices are located in the broader Salt Lake City area. We also have remote employees across the country.
Our Romania office is located in Timisoara, one of the country’s most populous cities, and houses much of our development team.
Our Romania office is located in Timisoara, one of the country’s most populous cities, and houses much of our development team.
Fully paid premiums for health insurance and a company contribution to a health savings account
403(b) retirement plan, matched up to 5%, and flexible spending accounts
Dental, vision, disability and life insurances, plus wellness programs and confidential employee assistance programs
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Relaxed dress code, cafeteria or meal vouchers, and company outings
Sane hours, including flexible schedules where possible, and an easy commute
Waterford seeks an enthusiastic, competitive, results-oriented, sales professional to increase sales in a defined territory. The desired candidate has a passion for education, and brings a winning attitude, focused work ethic, and a desire to work with a dynamic team. Our team of School Relations Specialists work out of our Sandy, UT office with a stunning view of the Wasatch Mountains. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an inside sales environment, with the monthly flexibility to travel for face-to-face meetings with school and district administrators, as well as trade shows and conferences. We are always looking to promote inside reps to field positions; do you have what it takes? This position reports to the Regional Vice President.
1. Top Down: Establish and maintain relationships with district, school and community leaders.
2. Own the Room: you will be the best at demonstrating Waterford products and services.
3. Top of the Stack: you will exceed quarterly and annual sales goals because that’s who you are.
4. Master the space: you will develop an expert knowledge of Pre-K and K-12 markets and industry trends.
5. Dominate the Competition: you will develop an expert knowledge of those we play against.
6. Dale Carnegie or Dwight Schrute: Develop an expert understanding of the pedagogy for the target age groups so you are known as a consultant instead of a “sales rep”.
7. Sharpest Knife in the Drawer: you will demonstrate the ability to solve problems and seek solutions.
8. Use the Tools: provide accurate forecasting, and update CRM daily.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2-3 years’ experience in Ed Tech or Technology sales preferred but not required.
• 25% travel required to territory with the position.
• Strong negotiating and closing skills and a proven track record of increasing sales.
• Must be results-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment, utilizing internal and external resources.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritize individual and team goals.
• Social media prospecting proficiency.
• Salesforce.com experience preferred.
The Waterford UPSTART School Relations Specialist contributes to the organization through ongoing consulting and support in the classroom, leading to a successful and sustainable implementation of Waterford education solutions. The School Relations Specialist provides consistent and ongoing best practice advocacy and support through work with instructional leaders, teachers, and administrators to build capacity and empowerment.
1. Positive relationships with colleagues and clients. Demonstrated ability to build strong cross- functional relationships.
2. Strong organizational skills and good time management. Must be driven, always looking to do whatever it takes to meet goals and deadlines with accuracy and accountability. Take on additional special project responsibilities as requested by leadership team.
3. Must be passionate about and invested in creating a better, more efficient process to improve the end-user experience. Demonstrated focus on customer service.
4. Employ informed and honest verbal and written communication.
5. Delivers family engagement workshops on best practices to support child’s learning in the home.
6. Problem-solving and organizational skills, and the ability to take ownership of any situation.
7. Collects and evaluates summative data annually; share action plan with teachers. Provides
instructions and strategies for reviewing data from Reports to help educators drive classroom instruction. Measures and evaluates progress against the implementation plan and goals with site and district leaders.
8. Creates and facilitates customized professional development for district and individual sites.
9. Supports ongoing questions and collaborative exchanges with teachers and other district users
through onsite visits, email, video conferencing, and phone calls.
10. Attends district events as requested, such as Parent Nights, conferences, school meetings as
appropriate.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Experience mentoring, coaching teachers and/or leaders.
• Basic understanding of school district technology environments and product
Deployment.
• Expertise with PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• State-wide travel is required.
• Minimum 4-year college degree.
The Waterford UPSTART School Relations Specialist contributes to the organization through ongoing consulting and support in the classroom, leading to a successful and sustainable implementation of Waterford education solutions. The School Relations Specialist provides consistent and ongoing best practice advocacy and support through work with instructional leaders, teachers, and administrators to build capacity and empowerment.
1. Positive relationships with colleagues and clients. Demonstrated ability to build strong cross- functional relationships.
2. Strong organizational skills and good time management. Must be driven, always looking to do whatever it takes to meet goals and deadlines with accuracy and accountability. Take on additional special project responsibilities as requested by leadership team.
3. Must be passionate about and invested in creating a better, more efficient process to improve the end-user experience. Demonstrated focus on customer service.
4. Employ informed and honest verbal and written communication.
5. Delivers family engagement workshops on best practices to support child’s learning in the home.
6. Problem-solving and organizational skills, and the ability to take ownership of any situation.
7. Collects and evaluates summative data annually; share action plan with teachers. Provides
instructions and strategies for reviewing data from Reports to help educators drive classroom instruction. Measures and evaluates progress against the implementation plan and goals with site and district leaders.
8. Creates and facilitates customized professional development for district and individual sites.
9. Supports ongoing questions and collaborative exchanges with teachers and other district users
through onsite visits, email, video conferencing, and phone calls.
10. Attends district events as requested, such as Parent Nights, conferences, school meetings as
appropriate.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Experience mentoring, coaching teachers and/or leaders.
• Basic understanding of school district technology environments and product
Deployment.
• Expertise with PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• State-wide travel is required.
• Minimum 4-year college degree.
We are seeking a new member of the IT Team. The Technical Support Technician Tier II is responsible for performing all technical support tasks and advanced troubleshooting. This part of the team supports all of Waterford’s products, home users, schools and school districts. Some local onsite visits will be required.
Experience and Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Waterford.org is a nonprofit education partner that has a mission to blend the best aspects of learning science, mentoring relationships, and innovative technologies to form community, school, and home programs that deliver excellence and equity for all learners.
For more information about Waterford.org or to apply for this position, please visit our careers page.
