Director of School Engagement and Success

Job Title: Director of School Engagement and Success

Location: Remote - Connecticut (Regional Travel up to 50-75%)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Compensation based on experience and background.

Why Join New Story?

• Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to a cause that supports student achievement and developmental growth.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of the In District Services Business Development team that partners closely with school districts, HR, and Leadership.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop professionally through training, mentorship, and potential advancement pathways.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and employer-paid life and disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education. 
• Flexible Work: Remote-first role with 50-75% regional travel required for team collaboration, meetings, school district visits and training sessions.
  
  

Your Role as a Director of School Engagement and Success:

The Director of School Engagement and Success will lead, plan, and execute the organization’s Enrollment and In-District Services growth strategy, and will execute upon the strategy with partners including state agencies and school districts. This role will act as the main point of contact between strategic partners and the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Growth & Planning – Develop and execute territory plans that expand new business, renewal, and expansion opportunities across multiple states. Build and maintain a strong In-District Services pipeline to achieve annual enrollment targets, while creating processes to track referral activity and outreach results.
• Partnership Development – Cultivate and manage long-term relationships with school districts, schools, state agencies, and community organizations. Educate partners on the organization’s solutions and services, and build strong support for our mission through collaborative engagement.
• Business Development Execution – Generate new leads through outbound prospecting, deliver tailored sales presentations that address district needs, and drive the end-to-end sales cycle from prospecting to closing. Recommend and implement strategies that improve customer satisfaction, retention, and loyalty.
• Data & Reporting – Provide leadership with detailed reporting on outreach efforts, pipeline progress, and territory performance. Offer data-driven insights that inform strategic adjustments and ensure alignment with fiscal and mission-based goals.
• Representation & Leadership – Serve as a visible ambassador at networking, community, and industry events. Model excellence in relationship management, communication, and organizational leadership, bringing an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach to engaging diverse stakeholders and advancing our mission.
  
  

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, sales, education, or a related field.
• Background in school leadership or past educational sales experience.
• Past success working with communities and strategic partners, with the ability to cultivate existing relationships.
• Ability and willingness to travel 50-75% to engage with partners and participate in events.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master's Degree in business administration or education.
• Familiarity K-12 education, education policy, higher education, and public funding structures.
  
  

Be Part of a Team That Values People First

At New Story, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of employment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us in our mission to create opportunities for every student and employee to thrive.