Sales Development & Ground Support Associate (Louisiana-Based)

About the role

Tutored by Teachers (TbT) is dedicated to closing opportunity gaps in education through high-impact tutoring. We partner with schools and districts to provide teacher-led instruction and are seeking a Hybrid Sales Development & Ground Support Associate to help us achieve our mission.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key liaison between schools and our Engagement Management team
• Be a friendly face and strong support for school staff
• Absorb students with logging into TbT's tutoring platform
• Assist with troubleshooting basic tech issues such as with Chromebooks, iPads, and connectivity
• Ensure classroom technology is functional and ready for tutoring sessions
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to support daily operations
• Maintain session quality and report any classroom or tech challenges
• Research leads and initiate outreach to schools, districts, and charter networks
• Educate potential customers about our programs and value proposition
• Track activities in Salesforce (or similar CRM) and maintain accurate sales data
• Share insights and feedback with the sales team to improve messaging and outreach strategies
• Build relationships with education leaders in Louisiana (e.g., superintendents, principals, etc.)
• Coordinate and drive events for key Louisiana stakeholders (e.g., dinners, lunches, sporting events, etc.)

Requirements

• Experience as a classroom teacher or working directly in schools
• Passion for educational equity and student outcomes
• Tech-savvy and comfortable with Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams
• Confidence in making cold calls and handling objections professionally
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
• High emotional intelligence and strong communication skills
• Based in Louisiana, willing to travel within the state, and able to commute to schools during normal school hours

Bonus points

• Previous SDR, inside sales, or business development experience
• Familiarity with K-12 school systems and district decision-making processes
• Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM tools
• Being a founding team member or having worked in a startup or scrappy environment
• Bilingual abilities

Traits we want to see

• Low ego, low drama, servant leader
• Great listener, hungry for feedback
• Owner, not renter
• Player-coach

Benefits

• Flexible, part-time contract with the opportunity to grow into a full-time role
• Mission-driven, supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and cross-functional exposure
• Meaningful work advancing equity for underserved students