Educational Sales Representative (Work from Home)

Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is hiring Educational Sales Representatives for a remote position. This role combines educational expertise with consultative sales skills to guide families in achieving academic goals. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible work schedule, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Benefits

401(k) matching with immediate vesting

Free Varsity Tutors Learning Membership

Company-provided MacBook and equipment

Paid training and professional development

Qualifications

• 3+ years teaching, training, or educational sales experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in metrics-driven environments.
• Ability to work a FULL-TIME schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessment conversations with families.
• Apply teaching experience to recommend tailored learning solutions.
• Build trust through consultative conversations.

Skills

Consultative sales skills

Educational expertise

Technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Educational Sales Representative (Work from Home)

Remote - Chicago

ATTENTION:Nerdy is now hiring for a new weekend schedule for our Educational Sales Representatives. Enjoy three full days off every week while working just four 10-hour shifts—more time to relax, travel, or focus on what you love, all while keeping a full-time paycheck. Please only apply to this specific job post if you are interested in this type of schedule.

Are you a proven education professional with a track record of exceeding performance metrics and a passion for transforming how people learn? Nerdy is seeking experienced Educational Sales Representatives who combine educational expertise with consultative sales skills to help thousands of families achieve their academic goals.

About Nerdy:

Nerdy (NYSE: NRDY) is revolutionizing how people learn through our comprehensive platform for live online learning. Our proprietary platform leverages technology, including AI, to connect learners of all ages with experts across 3,000+ subjects. Through Varsity Tutors, our flagship business, we deliver personalized learning through one-on-one instruction, small group classes, large format group classes, and on-demand study.

About the Role:

As an Educational Sales Representative, you'll leverage your educational background to guide prospective students and families toward personalized learning solutions. This is a SALES position that requires a consultative approach when selling to clients. Success in this role comes from:

• Conducting meaningful needs assessment conversations with families
• Applying your teaching/training experience to recommend tailored learning solutions
• Building trust through consultative conversations
• Demonstrating subject matter expertise in educational products and services

Qualifications:

• MUST agree to four 10-hour shifts that include both weekends (Fri. - Mon.)
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 3+ years teaching, training, or educational sales experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated success in metrics-driven environments
• Ability to work a FULL-TIME schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly
• Stable, distraction-free remote work environment
• Reliable high-speed internet connection
• Understand and appreciate that Nerdy is an apolitical company and that we can have the largest impact if we are united in our focus on helping people learn and not divided or distracted by advancing unrelated causes

Our most successful Educational Sales Representatives typically bring:

• Educational experience and expertise (particularly from teaching and working directly with students and parents)
• Proven track record of exceeding metrics and performance goals
• Career progression showing increased responsibility and leadership
• Experience in needs assessment and solution-based selling
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

This role offers clear pathways for advancement based on performance:

• Structured promotion track from Educational Sales Representative to Senior Sales Representative
• Merit-based advancement opportunities into training, management, and other business areas
• Comprehensive paid training program focusing on educational consulting and sales excellence
• Mentorship and leadership development opportunities

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• $40,000 base salary plus $3,000 annual variable compensation target
• Performance-based advancement opportunities with increased earning potential
• 401(k) matching with immediate vesting (no waiting period)
• Paid training and professional development
• Company-provided MacBook and equipment
• Free Varsity Tutors Learning Membership for your household

Location: Fully Remote Position

Upcoming Start Dates/Training: Two week paid virtual training will take place Monday - Friday 9am-6pm Central Time

Nerdy is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. (INDHP)

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