Product Specialist, Literacy

About This Role

The Product Specialist, Literacy plays a vital role within the sales organization by enabling the sales team to effectively position and sell Amplify literacy solutions. This role primarily supports strategic sales opportunities, delivers specialized presentations and trainings, and develops customized resources to advance sales.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with sales staff to develop, support, and close sales opportunities
• Partner with the product specialist team to support and develop active sales opportunities, engaging educators through the curriculum review process
• Present the suite of Amplify Literacy materials to administrators and teacher committee teams
• Assist in the development of sales support materials to reflect the best positioning and messaging of Amplify programs
• Support and assist with product training for members of the Sales team
• Participate in Amplify Professional Development training and build knowledge as an Amplify-branded trainer and presenter
• Maintain knowledge and expertise in K-12 Literacy educational trends
• Work independently and effectively collaborate across teams
• Successfully troubleshoot and problem-solve as necessary
• Develop customer-facing workshops that position Amplify solutions in pre-sales opportunities

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in K-12 education
• K-8 classroom teaching experience with an emphasis on Literacy
• Expertise in the Science of Reading
• Ability to travel at least 60%
• Presentation experience, preferably as a conference speaker or professional development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years’ experience in K-12 education

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree and teaching credential (past or current)
• Social Media Presence and awareness – attracting followers and promoting events
• Previous experience servicing the education market
• Experience creating and delivering a short multimedia presentation
• Expertise with remote meeting platforms
• Understanding of the educational marketplace and industry trends
• Understanding of Amplify’s products

Benefits