STEAM Inspector Associate (Internal)

STEAM Academy is seeking a highly motivated and coachable STEAM Inspector to join our sales team. This position requires traveling to 20-30 schools weekly, engaging with school staff (primarily principals), and scheduling appointments for our Sales Development Representative (SDR). The STEAM Inspector will work as a vital part of our field sales team, serving as the first point of contact for school administrators and working to generate leads for our SDR team. If you're ready to jump into a fast-paced, results-driven environment and enjoy the thrill of a sales role, we want to hear from you!

This part time position offers a flexible schedule with hourly pay and the potential to earn bonus and commission based on performance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. School Visits & Engagement:
   
   
   
   • Travel to 20-30 schools weekly to introduce STEAM Academy’s after-school robotics programs to principals, assistant principals, and other key decision-makers.
   
   
   • Engage with school administrators in person to schedule appointments for the Sales Development Representative (SDR) to present our programs in more detail.
   
   
   • Develop strong rapport with school staff to position STEAM Academy as a valuable resource for enhancing student education in our afters school robotics program at Steam Academy.
   
   
   
   


2. Lead Generation:
   
   
   
   • Focus on creating high-quality leads by ensuring you connect with the right people at each school, particularly decision-makers like principals.
   
   
   • Book appointments and set meetings for the SDR team, ensuring the transition from field sales to SDR sales is smooth and efficient.
   
   
   • Qualify schools to assess their interest in the STEAM Academy program, gathering relevant information for the SDR team.
   
   
   
   


3. Sales Mindset & Goal Achievement:
   
   
   
   • Maintain a field sales mindset, constantly focused on hitting weekly appointment-setting targets and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
   
   
   • Be persistent and proactive in following up with schools to secure meetings, even if initial attempts are unsuccessful.
   
   
   • Represent STEAM Academy with professionalism and enthusiasm, ensuring that every interaction contributes to the overall growth of the program.
   
   
   
   


4. Collaboration with SDR Team:
   
   
   
   • Work closely with the SDR team to ensure a seamless handoff of scheduled appointments.
   
   
   • Share insights from your interactions with school staff to help tailor follow-up presentations and communications from the SDR.
   
   
   
   


5. Reporting and Tracking:
   
   
   
   • Use CRM tools or other tracking systems to log school visits, appointments, and outcomes.
   
   
   • Provide weekly reports on progress, appointments set, and any other relevant data to your manager.
   
   
   
   


6. Constant Learning & Development:
   
   
   
   • Stay up-to-date with the STEAM Academy’s programs, sales strategies, and best practices to continually improve your sales performance.
   
   
   • Be open to coaching and feedback to help hone your sales skills and maximize your impact.
   
   
   
   

Qualifications and Skills:

• Sales Experience: Prior sales experience, especially in a field sales environment, is highly preferred. A background in educational sales, marketing, or community outreach is a plus.


• Self-Motivated & Coachable: Must be driven, with the ability to work independently, set goals, and stay focused on results. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn and open to feedback.


• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills to confidently engage with school administrators and effectively convey the benefits of STEAM Academy’s programs.


• Field Sales Mindset: Must have a proactive, results-driven attitude, with a focus on achieving sales goals and setting appointments.


• Car & Travel: Must have a reliable car and be comfortable with extensive travel within the local area (20-30 schools per week).


• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple visits, track appointments, and meet targets in a fast-paced environment.


• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using mobile devices and CRM tools for scheduling and tracking visits.


• Positive Attitude: A solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to overcome objections and remain optimistic during challenges.


• Availability: Ability to start as soon as possible (ideally next week).

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on internal Chicago Mentor Compensation Policy. 


• Incentives: Opportunities for bonus and commission based on the number of appointments scheduled and sales performance.


• Flexible Schedule: Part-time position with the flexibility to manage your own schedule within the required number of weekly school visits.


• Professional Growth: Gain valuable sales experience and the opportunity to grow within a fast-moving, mission-driven company.