Account Manager for Schools (Experience as a Teacher; Mandarin-Speaking to Engage with Chinese-[...]

Account Manager for Schools (Mandarin-Speaking to Engage with Chinese-Speaking Schools)

About Walnut Education

Walnut Education is a leader in the educational technology industry, committed to providing top-tier coding programs in Scratch, Python, and C++ for students aged 9 to 16. Since our establishment in 2017, we have grown rapidly, employing over 6,000 people and generating approximately USD 250 million in annual revenue.

With a focus on personalized learning experiences powered by advanced algorithms and data-driven insights, Walnut Education equips students with vital 21st-century skills. In Malaysia, we are broadening our reach by integrating coding and robotics into the curriculums and co-curricular activities of government, Chinese, and international schools.

Role Overview

As a Sales and Account Manager, you will drive Walnut Education’s mission by expanding our presence in schools across the region. You will focus on promoting our innovative programs and supporting educators and administrators to achieve their educational goals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and maintain strong relationships with school principals, administrators, and teachers in Penang, advocating for Walnut Education’s coding and robotics programs.
2. Present and promote Scratch, Python, and C++ programs, ensuring their seamless integration into school curriculums or co-curricular activities.
3. Deliver trial class and training sessions for students and teachers, enabling them to confidently utilize Walnut Education’s platform and tools.
4. Address technical or program-related inquiries, ensuring smooth adoption and use of our solutions.
5. Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing and curriculum development, to organize educational events such as workshops, hackathons, and exhibitions.
6. Proactively identify new business opportunities and partnerships to expand Walnut Education’s impact in the region.

Key Requirements

1. Proven experience in sales or account management, preferably within the education or technology sectors. Alternatively, you are an experienced teacher or tutor, teaching STEM subjects.
2. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building trust and rapport with educators and school leaders.
3. Proficiency in both English and Mandarin, enabling effective communication with Chinese-speaking stakeholders.
4. Passionate about education technology and fostering digital literacy.
5. Willingness to travel extensively within Penang and nearby regions to engage directly with schools.
6. You will be provided with training to conduct coding and robotics trial classes.

What’s in it for You?

1. Join a dynamic, innovative team transforming education in Malaysia and beyond.
2. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by equipping the next generation with essential digital skills.
3. Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities in the edtech industry.

Join Our Mission

Discover how we’re redefining education at www.walnutedutech.com (English) and www.hetao101.com (Chinese). Be part of our journey to empower the next generation and revolutionize the education landscape in Penang.

If you’re passionate about education, technology, and driving impactful change, we’d love to hear from you!