Founding Sales Lead AI EdTech (US K12)
Location: Remote (Preferred: FL, TX, CA, NYC)
Type: Full-time | AI EdTech | $60k Base + Uncapped Commission + Early Equity
EQL Edtech is hiring on behalf of a rapidly growing, UC Berkeley-backed AI EdTech startup that's transforming how teachers grade saving them thousands of hours while improving student outcomes. With 30% month-over-month growth and 2M+ assignments already graded, this is your opportunity to join a rocket-ship at the ground level.
We're looking for a Founding Sales Lead to join the team, working directly with the CEO to own and scale the sales function.
What You'll Do
Own the full K-12 SaaS sales cycle from lead to close
Convert teacher champions into school- and district-wide rollouts
Build and test both bottom-up and top-down sales strategies
Generate and qualify admin leads from schools already using the free product
Create marketing/sales assets, manage CRM, and exceed revenue goals
Support renewals, upsells, onboarding, and training
Gather customer feedback to inform product development
Requirements
You're a Great Fit If You?
Have 26+ years of success selling EdTech to US K12 curriculum leaders
Thrive in ambiguity, with a proactive and scrappy approach
Are organized, process-driven, and motivated by impact
Communicate clearly and effectively with educators and admins
Are excited about the potential of AI to transform education
Are a GenAI power user or eager to become one
Bonus Points For:
Deep experience selling into Florida, Texas, California, or NYC
Background as a former teacher or school/district admin
Experience at companies like Nearpod, Newsela, NoRedInk, Writable, etc.
Benefits
Why This Role Rocks
Impact: Help millions of students get better, faster feedback
Growth: Join a company that's doubling revenue each quarter
Ownership: Founding team role with real influence and early equity
Flexibility: Fully remote, autonomous, high-trust environment
Job Function: Sales / Marketing and Advertising
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Not Specified
Experience Level: Not Specified
Salary: Competitive & Based on Experience
Experience: 6 - 7 yrs
Company Name: EQL Edtech
Recruiting People: HR Department
Website: https://www.eqledtech.com/
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