Brazil Remote (Country)

Newsela is hiring a Contractor: Sales Development Representative (LATAM)

About the Role

We’re seeking a motivated Sales Development Representative to drive new business growth across Latin America. In this fully remote role, you’ll play a key part in expanding access to engaging educational tools by identifying potential customers, initiating conversations, and guiding them toward meaningful solutions.

What You’ll Do

  • Respond to incoming leads and conduct outbound outreach via phone and email to connect with educators and decision-makers
  • Host introductory product demonstrations to showcase value and spark interest
  • Uncover specific challenges and goals during discovery conversations to align offerings with needs
  • Use Salesforce to track interactions, manage opportunities, and maintain an accurate pipeline
  • Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies and share market insights

What We’re Looking For

  • At least one year of experience in lead generation or inside sales, with a focus on setting qualified meetings
  • Proficiency in CRM platforms like Salesforce and sales engagement tools such as Salesloft, Outreach.io, or Yesware
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to listen deeply and articulate relevant benefits clearly
  • Fluency in English, both spoken and written, to conduct calls and draft professional emails
  • Self-direction and reliability, including a stable internet connection for remote work
  • A creative mindset and comfort in fast-moving, feedback-driven environments

Why This Matters

You’ll contribute directly to a mission focused on transforming how students learn. Your efforts will help educators access tools that make learning more interactive and equitable. You’ll also have a voice in shaping product development by sharing real-world insights from the field.

This role supports Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Colombia. All employment offers are subject to a background check.

Required Skills
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Newsela
Newsela is a leading education technology company dedicated to meaningful classroom learning for every student. The company delivers integrated, AI-powered solutions designed to unlock student engagement, empower teachers, and drive meaningful learning outcomes. Its suite of products supports knowledge and skill development, writing practice, daily instruction, assessment, and data-informed decision-making across K–12 classrooms. Grounded in learning science research, Newsela’s solutions integrate content, assessment, and analytics to help educators track progress, understand student outcomes, and deliver high-impact instruction that supports every learner.
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Department Sales
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Posted 4 days ago