IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an upbeat, focused, high-energy individual to join our Inside Sales team.
The ideal candidate will be goal-oriented and tenacious. You will have experience working with technology and assisting customers. We are looking for a self-starter that will support our rapidly growing customer base. In this role, you will use your communication skills to effectively explain solutions to prospective customers (who are teachers, students, parents, and school administrators).
This position requires you to be in our San Mateo, CA, headquarters office. We encourage new college graduates to apply including the class of 2026.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING- Conduct cold outbound calls and qualify inbound inquiries to identify customer needs and route high-potential opportunities to the field sales team
- Manage the end-to-end processing of transactional sales, ensuring accurate CRM data entry and quick lead follow-up
- Assist with the execution of targeted sales campaigns and provide administrative support to the broader sales team
- Research and identify potential growth opportunities within target markets to help the team achieve sales goals
- Deliver engaging virtual product demonstrations to prospective users, effectively communicating IXL’s value proposition
- BA/BS degree
- Customer service, inside sales or education experience, preferably within the edtech or software industry
- Any K12 classroom experience is a plus
- Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Strong verbal (telephone) and written communications skills
- A high level of self-motivation, energy, and drive to succeed
- Ability to manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail
- Understanding of web applications
- Salesforce.com experience is a plus
- Passion for improving education through technology!
The base hourly rate for this full-time position is $25 to $26 per hour + commission eligibility + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay ranges for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:
- 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
- Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
- Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
- Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources
Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.
At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.
IXL Learning San Mateo, California, USA Office
777 Mariners Island Blvd., Suite 600, San Mateo, CA, United States, 94404
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