National Director – Business Development

Apollo After School

. Identify and prospect potential school and district partners nationwide through research, networking, and targeted outreach .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $100,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development within the educational sector, focusing on after-school programs and K-12 enrichment activities. Proven ability to build partnerships, manage national territories, and effectively communicate complex educational benefits.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Business Development ExperiencePartnership Strategy DevelopmentStrong Communication SkillsCRM Tools ProficiencyKnowledge of After-School Program Funding

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Hard Skills

Business DevelopmentPartnership StrategyEducational Program KnowledgeNegotiation SkillsPerformance Metrics Tracking

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingPresentation SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

HubSpot

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

K-12 EducationAfter-School ServicesTitle I ComplianceChild Development Best PracticesEducational Trends

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Apollo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and prospect potential school and district partners nationwide through research, networking, and targeted outreach
Conduct virtual and in-person presentations, demos, and meetings to showcase Apollo After School programs and explore partnership opportunities
Build and maintain relationships with school principals, district administrators, and key stakeholders
Develop and execute customized partnership strategies to meet or exceed quarterly and annual growth targets
Collaborate with program directors, marketing, and other internal teams to create tailored proposals and support onboarding of new partners
Track partnership activities, pipeline, and performance metrics using CRM tools such as HubSpot
Stay informed on educational trends, after-school program regulations, and the competitive landscape
Represent Apollo After School at industry conferences, education fairs, and regional events

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of business development experience specifically in educational programs, after-school services, or K-12 enrichment activities
Experience partnering with schools or districts is highly desirable
Proven ability to manage a national territory, including extensive travel (up to 50%)
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to articulate complex educational benefits to diverse audiences
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel domestically
Deep knowledge of after-school program funding, Title I compliance, or child development best practices
Must submit a resume and cover letter outlining relevant business development experience in education

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary ($100,000 - $125,000) plus commission structure
Remote work flexibility
Professional development opportunities, including business development training and attendance at education conferences
The chance to make a meaningful impact on children's education and school communities