Specialist, Sales
The Specialist, Sales (K–12 Assessment) serves as the primary consultant and territory owner for assigned accounts, operating within a consultative sales model to drive revenue growth. Specialists are viewed as trusted advisors and thought leaders within Pearson’s School Assessment organization, bringing deep expertise in assessment solutions and the K–12 education landscape.
Specialists move beyond basic product knowledge to partner closely with customers, helping them identify, evaluate, and implement assessment solutions that address instructional, diagnostic, and intervention needs. Drawing on professional experience and market knowledge, Specialists align Pearson solutions to the challenges districts are working to solve and guide customers through complex, multi‑stakeholder decision‑making processes.
This is a quota‑carrying role focused on expanding existing relationships, uncovering new opportunities, and supporting customers across their full journey with Pearson School Assessment.
Location Preference: Florida
Key Responsibilities
This role requires a self‑directed, results‑oriented professional focused on achieving revenue and territory objectives.
Meet or exceed assigned sales quota through effective territory and pipeline management
Own and execute a strategic business development plan outlining activities required to achieve territory goals
Provide consultative, content‑ and practice‑based pre‑sales support to customers across the assigned territory
Identify and develop new acquisition opportunities through networking, prospecting, and relationship building
Expand revenue within existing accounts by building multi‑level relationships and uncovering additional needs
Effectively navigate complex sales cycles involving multiple decision‑makers and influencers
Move opportunities through the full sales cycle, including negotiation and close
Participate in and support RFP processes as needed
Deliver professional sales and informational presentations to districts, organizations, and stakeholder groups
Maintain accurate activity, pipeline, and forecasting data in Salesforce
Produce timely and accurate forecasts and sales reports as required
Stay informed on federal, state, and local funding sources relevant to K–12 education
Maintain strong knowledge of Pearson School Assessment products, competitive offerings, industry trends, and assigned territory
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to work independently while managing a high volume of customer interactions
Strong understanding of K–12 assessment trends, practices, and regulatory considerations (e.g., special education qualification, cognitive assessment trends)
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, shift focus quickly, and respond effectively in live customer settings
Strong presentation, communication, and consultative selling skills
Ability to articulate professional and market trends and apply them effectively in customer conversations
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in school psychology, education, school administration, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of successful sales experience with a demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding targets
Experience selling to executive‑level decision‑makers across departments in K–12 education
Established relationships with district‑level leaders (e.g., Superintendents, Special Education Directors) within the assigned territory preferred
Strong business development, negotiation, and closing skills
Excellent written, verbal, and phone communication skills
Highly organized with strong time and territory management capabilities
Salesforce experience required
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time
Comfortable working in a largely independent, virtual team environment
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York State, New York City, Vermont, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:
Minimum full-time salary range is between $70,000 - $75,000.
This position is eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan, and information on benefits offered is here.
Applications will be accepted through Friday, August 28, 2026. This window may be extended depending on business needs.
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