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    Sales Development Representative (Remote, CA)

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    About this role

    Why You’ll Love This Role:

    Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) generate qualified pipeline by engaging leaders and partnering with some of the largest school districts in the country.

    They are energized by research and account planning, using a deep understanding of the K–12 landscape to personalize outreach, navigate complex district structures, and lead thoughtful, meaningful cold calls that uncover real district priorities.

    As the first SDR dedicated to our Core product, you will play a foundational role in driving district-wide impact, with a focus on high-stakes opportunities like California English Language Arts (ELA) and Core curriculum adoptions. SDRs collaborate closely with Account Executives, communicate proactively, and take ownership of every opportunity from first touch through handoff.

    The ideal SDR is intrinsically motivated, highly organized, intellectually curious, and thrives in a collaborative environment where preparation, continuous learning, and purposeful outreach drive results.

    This is a fully remote role and an exciting opportunity to have an impact on student outcomes!

    What You’ll Be Doing:

    Drive high-volume outbound prospecting through strategic email cadences and targeted daily phone outreach to key school decision-makers, including administrators and instructional coaches. Spearhead SDR outreach for our Core product, targeting key state initiatives and complex adoption cycles (such as CA ELA and Core curriculum adoptions).

    Proactively research and identify district curriculum adoption timelines, uncovering where school districts are in their evaluation and purchasing cycles. Uncover and qualify district needs through consultative conversations, transitioning high-potential leads into qualified opportunities for the Strategic Sales team.

    Partner with a dedicated Account Executive (AE) to align on territory strategy, coordinate outreach, and book introductory meetings. Collaborate within the Sales organization to inf

    Tools & Tech Stack

    Outreach

    Selling Motion

    Prospecting

    Channel / Partner

    Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances

    Buyer Persona

    C-Suite

    Selling to executive decision-makers

    Requirements at a Glance

    Prospecting·Required skill

    Typical Day — SDR

    Targeted outreach30–50/day
    Account research1–2 hrs/day
    Intro meetings booked3–5/week
    Multi-thread sequences20–30/day

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    Role Signals

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    Remote Friendly

    Location flexibility

    Tags

    sales
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    How do you handle objections on cold calls?

    Template question
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    Walk me through your typical outbound sequence.

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    How do you research prospects before reaching out?

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    What metrics do you track daily?

    Template question
    Research Newsela's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare 2-3 specific deal stories with quantifiable outcomes
    Prepare to discuss your home office setup and self-management discipline
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    Sales Development roles are ideal stepping stones — top SDRs typically promote to AE within 12-18 months.

    Remote positions in sales offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and proactive communication with distributed teams.

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