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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 23 days Newsela's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 47% of Newsela's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Newsela
- high 9 stale, 0 reposted of 17 open
- Hiring momentum
- 27 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Newsela's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Newsela.
About this role
As a Sales Development Representative (SDR) at Newsela, you'll focus on generating a qualified pipeline by engaging with leaders in K-12 education, conducting outreach through phone calls and emails, and collaborating with Account Executives. Your role involves understanding district needs, managing leads, and utilizing sales platforms while contributing to a supportive team environment. This position is fully remote and emphasizes continuous learning and preparation to drive impactful results in education.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Newsela as an employer.
What you need
- 3+ years in K-12 education or 1+ year of inside sales experience, preferably in K-12 EdTech
- Ability to be a strategic thought partner to Account Executives
- Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and adaptability
- Excellent time management and organization skills
- Familiarity with sales platforms such as Salesforce, Salesloft, and/or Outreach.io
- Strong communication skills with empathy for K-12 buyers
Nice to have
- Experience using AI tools to drive efficiency and productivity
What you get
- Comprehensive medical benefits with employer contribution to premiums and HSA accounts
- Monthly tech stipend for work-from-home needs
- Inclusive benefits for families including parental leave and fertility support
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Flexible PTO and paid sick time off
- Annual learning and development allowance for professional growth
Worth weighing
- Base compensation is $55,000 with an On-Target Earnings (OTE) of $80,000, but final compensation depends on individual skills and experience
- Role involves high-volume outbound prospecting which may be challenging for some candidates
Summarised from Newsela's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Newsela on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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