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Community Relations & Business Development Director
Join Our Mission to Inspire the Next Generation Through Language Learning!
At Language Kids World, we believe in creating a world where children connect through language, culture, and friendship. As the foremost language teaching company specializing in early childhood foreign language education in the Houston area—and with exciting plans for national expansion—our mission is to provide innovative and enriching programs that spark a love of languages in children.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and community-minded Community Relations & Business Development Director to champion our mission and help expand our impact. This role combines grassroots outreach, school and family partnerships, and direct sales efforts, while also supporting the founders in growing the company’s footprint both in Houston and through national franchising. This is a meaningful career opportunity to shape the lives of children and families in our community and beyond.
What You’ll Do:
Build Strong Community Connections
- Promote Program Awareness: Increase visibility for our language programs, summer camps, and enrichment activities through grassroots efforts and community engagement.
- Foster Relationships: Build and maintain partnerships with schools, families, and community organizations to grow enrollment in our programs and camps.
- Event Leadership: Plan, organize, and attend community events to create excitement and awareness for Language Kids World.
Support Company Growth & Expansion
- Collaborate with Founders: Work closely with our leadership team to assist in all company efforts to expand locally and nationally.
- Enhance Business Strategies: Contribute to strategic initiatives that strengthen and grow the company’s impact in new markets.
Sales & Business Development
- Expand Enrollment: Increase enrollment in summer camps, after-school programs, and in-center classes through innovative sales strategies.
- Direct Outreach: Conduct sales calls, presentations, and meetings with schools, families, and potential partners.
- CRM Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and lead records in our CRM system.
- Customer Satisfaction: Build lasting relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction, retention, and referrals.
- Establish New Partnerships: Identify and onboard new schools, families, and organizations while maintaining strong relationships with existing partners.
Our Core Values:
At Language Kids World, we embrace these core values in everything we do:
- Happy: We believe joy is essential to learning and success.
- Energetic: We bring passion and enthusiasm to every interaction.
- Fun: We create playful and engaging environments for children and families.
- Educational: We prioritize quality learning experiences that spark curiosity and growth.
- Caring: We nurture every child and family with kindness and empathy.
- Safe: We are committed to maintaining secure and inclusive spaces for all.
- Inclusive: We celebrate diversity and foster multicultural understanding.
- Dependable: We deliver on our promises with consistency and reliability.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience: 3 years in community relations, sales, business development, or a related field.
- Communication: Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Drive: A passion for connecting with people and a results-oriented mindset.
- Professionalism: A proactive, dependable, and team-oriented approach.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools.
- Alignment with Values: A genuine belief in our mission and core values.
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful Work: Make a lasting impact on children and families.
- Growth Opportunity: Be a key player in a rapidly growing company with national expansion plans.
- Earnings Potential: Competitive base salary, plus commissions and bonuses tied to new school partnerships, program growth, and sales.
- Fun Culture: Be part of a happy, inclusive, and supportive team that values creativity and collaboration.
- Travel & Networking: Opportunities to attend conferences and industry events.
Application Process:
If you’re ready to join a team dedicated to transforming lives through language education, apply today! We’re excited to meet candidates who share our passion for building a brighter, more connected world for children.