Director, Assessment PartnershipsThe Achievement Network • Boston, MA, US
Director, Assessment Partnerships
The Achievement Network • Boston, MA, US
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[job_card.job_description]tracking outreach efforts, prioritizing prospects, and maintaining clean, actionable data to ensure no opportunity is missed. Ultimately, you’ll play a critical role in securing new partnerships that deepen ANet’s impact across the region. TRAVEL Travel is expected to be 50-75% depending on business needs, and will be primarily in California. Some weekend travel and overnight stays expected for conferences. RESPONSIBILITIES Opportunity Identification & Lead Generation Meet pre-set revenue targets through strategic planning, pipeline development, and partnership engagement within the designated region. Research district and system priorities, leadership structures, and instructional needs to identify high-potential partnership opportunities, with a focus on mid-sized districts. Build and manage a steady pipeline of qualified leads via outbound outreach, referrals, networking, and event follow-up. Ensure timely response to all sales-qualified leads (SQLs), coordinating with relevant team members (e.g., Specialists, MDs). Track regional market trends, competitor activity, and policy shifts to inform targeting and positioning strategies. Use regional policy, instructional, and market data to identify implications for ANet’s strategy, elevating trends and risks that require organizational attention. Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building Initiate and nurture relationships with senior district and charter network leaders, school-based decision-makers, and mid-level instructional leaders. Secure and lead discovery conversations that uncover surface-level needs and deeper instructional challenges. Serve as a trusted advisor to prospective partners by tailoring solutions to their unique goals, constraints, and priorities. Engage internal team members as needed to support cultivation and deepen trust. Create inclusive engagement spaces that draw out district leaders’ diverse perspectives, enabling collaborative problem-solving and trust building. Sales Execution & Deal Management Design and deliver customized, persuasive sales presentations and materials that communicate ANet’s offerings and differentiated value. Recommend scope, pricing, and partnership structures using sound judgment, balancing impact, district context, and financial sustainability. Create proposals that reflect partner needs and priorities, collaborating with delivery and finance teams to ensure aligned scope and pricing. Navigate procurement processes and lead negotiations with professionalism and clarity around value, constraints, and timing. Close well-scoped, high-quality deals that set the stage for long-term success and renewals. Operational Discipline & Internal Collaboration Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in the CRM to track outreach, engagement, and pipeline progression. Leverage CRM insights and tools to forecast progress, identify bottlenecks, and refine outreach strategies. Collaborate closely with the Growth & Partnerships team and delivery teams to ensure alignment on targeting, messaging, and handoffs. Identify systemic bottlenecks in outreach, pipeline progression, and handoffs, proposing solutions that strengthen cross-functional alignment. Contribute to team learning by sharing insights, participating in professional development, and continuously improving sales practice. Expertise in Area of Focus : 5+ years’ professional experience, including 3+ years owning a full sales cycle in a mission-driven or K–12 education-facing organization (preferably in California). Proven consultative selling success with public school systems or charter networks. Ability to prioritize high-value information, surface important trends, and make strategic, equity-centered recommendations; uses both qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions. Plans and prioritizes complex regional work in a way that aligns with organizational strategy, anticipating barriers and coordinating with internal partners to ensure smooth execution. Crafts persuasive, tailored presentations and proposals; communicates with clarity and empathy; actively listens to build trust. Expertise in area of focus : ○ Technical proficiency with Salesforce and HubSpot ○ Prior experience serving in a K-12 edtech or educational publishing sales role Prior experience as a teacher, instructional coach, and / or administrator Critical Thinking & Data Orientation : ○ Ability to evaluate qualitative and / or quantitative data to surface conclusions COMPENSATION The salary range for this position is between $99,144 - $148,716. New hires will start between the range minimum and midpoint ($99,144 - $148,716) based on qualifications assessed during the hiring process, past experience, and internal equity. In order to uphold our commitment to transparent, equitable, competitive, and sustainable compensation, ANet does not negotiate pay. INCENTIVE COMPENSATION In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a performance-based sales commission plan tied to individual revenue generation and attainment of an annual sales quota. The current target commission opportunity is $45,000 annually at 100% quota attainment, with additional upside for overperformance in accordance with ANet’s Product Sales compensation plan. BENEFITS We offer comprehensive benefits to best support our people. medical, dental and vision insurance where ANet pays a portion of the cost of these benefits for employees and their families / domestic partner; generous paid time-off including 10 paid holidays and paid days off between the Christmas and New Year’s holidays; paid parental leave; educational expenses reimbursements; flexible spending accounts; professional development; a 401(k) plan with a 4% match; short and long-term disability coverage; and basic life and personal accident insurance. Conflict of Interest / Outside Work Disclosure Because this role includes direct instructional coaching and partnership work, candidates must disclose any current consulting, contracting, or employment with organizations that provide instructional coaching, curriculum implementation support, or similar services to schools or districts. ANet reviews outside work to ensure there is no conflict of interest with core services or partner relationships. Individuals currently contracting with organizations that are in direct competition with ANet may not be eligible for this role. Learn more about the application process here . ANet is committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Powered by JazzHR
Director, Assessment Partnerships Location :
- California ABOUT ANET Achievement Network (ANet) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping all students achieve strong educational outcomes.
- We partner with school and system leaders to strengthen teaching and learning through the strategic use of assessments, coaching, and tools that drive meaningful results.
- Individuals who join ANet become part of a dynamic, mission-driven, and collaborative organization focused on making a lasting impact in schools.
- We are committed to supporting one another and growing together as a team. THE OPPORTUNITY Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Product Sales, the Director, Assessment Partnerships will expand ANet’s impact across the West Region by cultivating a strong, diverse community of school partners and education champions.
- In close collaboration with the Senior Vice President, Product Sales, as the Director, Assessment Partnerships, you’ll drive ambitious growth goals by identifying and pursuing high-leverage opportunities through thoughtful research, strategic outreach, and a deep understanding of local instructional priorities and leadership dynamics. You will exercise strong judgment and influence across the region by tailoring communication to diverse audiences, framing decisions, and guiding districts toward high-impact, equity-centered assessment practices.
Precision and discipline will be key :
COMPETENCIES In order to be successful in this role, candidates must demonstrate the following :
Critical Thinking & Data Orientation :
Planning & Prioritization :
Communication :
Ideal candidates may also demonstrate the following preferred qualifications :
Benefits include :
APPLY We are now accepting applications for this position, which will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit your application online.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds and gender identities to apply to our positions.
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