Education Travel Lead Qualifier

Company Introduction
WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways.

Job Description
The
Education Travel Lead Qualifie
r will be responsible for contacting schools and teachers by telephone & e-mail in order to promote WorldStrides services, qualify viable program leaders, gather information, and verify details regarding their travel plans.

In this role, you'll help identify which educators are ready to take the next step by reviewing our contact database, reaching out, and qualifying leads. Once you've found a great match, you'll pass them along to our Sales team to guide them through the booking process.

We offer a wide variety of educational tours — from language immersion and historical exploration to sports and performance trips — so there's always something exciting to share

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and engage high-potential leads.
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly and seasonal lead generation targets.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of company policies and operational standards
• Master the full suite of products and services.
• Assess and cultivate interest among new prospects.
• Maintain and optimize the client database.

Qualifications

• Desired knowledge of sales and marketing principles and strategies
• Desired work experience in sales, marketing, promotions or telemarketing
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications
• Desired knowledge of customer service/sales principles and practices
• Knowledge of outbound telephony and technology, not necessarily call center experience.
• Six months or more experience in sales/lead creation/lead qualifying
• Good data entry/keyboard skills
• Familiar with office rules/office environment
• Advanced English level (B2+/Above)

Work Perks

• Fun & driven environment.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance.
• +10% of gross salary as food stamps.
• 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO* days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days.
• Statutory Holidays by Mexican Federal Labor Law.
• Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually.
• Flexible work schedule providing on-site and hybrid opportunities.
• Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.
• Fitness opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid statutory parental leave

WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to
educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.