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StraighterLine is hiring a Senior Account Executive – Early Childhood (Florida). This role involves expanding StraighterLine's presence in Florida's Early Childhood education sector by developing sales strategies, cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, and managing the full sales cycle to secure new contracts and partnerships.

Highlights

Develop and execute regional sales strategies targeting Florida's Early Childhood market.
Build and manage relationships with public agencies, school districts, nonprofits, and private early education providers.
Manage the entire sales process from prospecting through contract negotiation and closing.
Collaborate with marketing, product, and implementation teams to align on customer solutions.
Represent StraighterLine at industry events, conferences, and policy forums.
Maintain CRM records and provide pipeline and forecasting reports, with Salesforce proficiency required.
Required 5+ years of sales or partnership experience, preferably in EdTech or Early Childhood education.
Existing connections within Florida’s Early Childhood ecosystem and understanding of education funding and policies.
Experience with consultative sales cycles and public sector procurement including RFPs.
Comprehensive benefits including generous time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401K contributions, six weeks parental leave, and free courses for employees and family members.

Senior Account Executive – Early Childhood (Florida) Full Description

At StraighterLine we are on a mission to help students succeed!

About Us

StraighterLine is the leading provider of high-quality, affordable, online courses that help learners earn college credit and meet their professional goals. Each year, 150,000 learners take one of StraighterLineâs 215 courses to upskill into new careers or earn credit from over 2,000 colleges and universities worldwide. StraighterLine works with institutions and corporate partners to provide their students and employees with flexible education options that allow them to work and learn at their own pace. Visit www.straighterline.com for more information.

As Senior Account Executive, youâll expand StraighterLineâs presence in Floridaâs Early Childhood education sector by building trusted relationships and driving strategic sales to state, local, public, and private partners.

We are looking for a a mission-driven connector who thrives on building long-term relationships. You will be a great fit if youâre consultative, curious, and energized by creating opportunities where others might not see them. You bring both strategy and hustleâand youâre the kind of teammate who celebrates the journey, not just the win.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute a regional sales strategy to grow StraighterLineâs footprint in Floridaâs Early Childhood market.
Cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders across public agencies, school districts, nonprofits, and private early education providers.
Own the full sales cycleâfrom prospecting to contract negotiation and closing.
Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, product, implementation) to align on solutions that meet customer needs.
Represent StraighterLine at industry conferences, policy forums, and regional events.
Stay current on state and local policy trends, funding mechanisms, and opportunities related to Early Childhood education.
Maintain accurate records in CRM and deliver timely reporting on pipeline and forecasting.

What Success Looks Like

Achieve or exceed new revenue goals within the first 12 months.
Secure new strategic contracts across public and private Early Childhood institutions.
Build a strong network of influential partners, advocates, and decision-makers in Floridaâs Early Childhood space.
Increase StraighterLineâs visibility and influence in regional Early Childhood education circles.

Must-Haves:

5+ years of sales or partnership experience, ideally in EdTech, education services, or Early Childhood.
Existing relationships within Floridaâs Early Childhood ecosystem (state agencies, school districts, providers).
Deep understanding of state/local education systems, funding sources, and early learning priorities.
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Experience managing long-cycle consultative sales.Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-autonomy environment.
Experience with RFPs or public sector procurement processes.
Salesforce or similar CRM proficiency.

If you're passionate about early learning and excited to shape the future of accessible education in Florida, weâd love to hear from you.

Working at StraighterLine

StraighterLine team members work every day knowing that they are helping learners on their path to employability and career success. We're an inclusive team that fosters collaboration, that trusts and communicates openly. Like our students, we are lifelong learners and strive for excellence in our work. We are committed to bringing innovative solutions to the field - your ideas will never go unheard. And, best of all, we love to celebrate each other's contributions and wins.

We also know how important a life outside of work is, and the support that employers can contribute.

Our Benefits:

Generous time off policies, 13 public holidays.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage (*one option full funded by StraighterLine)

401K Safe Harbor: StraighterLine contributes 3% of your total salary whether you contribute or not

Six weeks paid parental leave

Free StraighterLine courses for you and your family members

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Original Job Description

At StraighterLine we are on a mission to help students succeed!

About Us

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute a regional sales strategy to grow StraighterLineâs footprint in Floridaâs Early Childhood market.
Cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders across public agencies, school districts, nonprofits, and private early education providers.
Own the full sales cycleâfrom prospecting to contract negotiation and closing.
Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, product, implementation) to align on solutions that meet customer needs.
Represent StraighterLine at industry conferences, policy forums, and regional events.
Stay current on state and local policy trends, funding mechanisms, and opportunities related to Early Childhood education.
Maintain accurate records in CRM and deliver timely reporting on pipeline and forecasting.

What Success Looks Like

Achieve or exceed new revenue goals within the first 12 months.
Secure new strategic contracts across public and private Early Childhood institutions.
Build a strong network of influential partners, advocates, and decision-makers in Floridaâs Early Childhood space.
Increase StraighterLineâs visibility and influence in regional Early Childhood education circles.

Must-Haves:

5+ years of sales or partnership experience, ideally in EdTech, education services, or Early Childhood.
Existing relationships within Floridaâs Early Childhood ecosystem (state agencies, school districts, providers).
Deep understanding of state/local education systems, funding sources, and early learning priorities.
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Experience managing long-cycle consultative sales.Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-autonomy environment.
Experience with RFPs or public sector procurement processes.
Salesforce or similar CRM proficiency.

If you're passionate about early learning and excited to shape the future of accessible education in Florida, weâd love to hear from you.

Working at StraighterLine

We also know how important a life outside of work is, and the support that employers can contribute.

Our Benefits:

Generous time off policies, 13 public holidays.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage (*one option full funded by StraighterLine)

401K Safe Harbor: StraighterLine contributes 3% of your total salary whether you contribute or not

Six weeks paid parental leave

Free StraighterLine courses for you and your family members

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Senior Account Executive – Early Childhood (Florida)

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Senior Account Executive – Early Childhood (Florida) Full Description

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