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Scholastic

Publishes, distributes children's books via schools

Fair Consultant

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/20/2026
$22 - $26/hr+ Seasonal incentives + Annual incentives
Mid
Bachelor's
Florida, USA
Remote
Sales & Account ManagementAccount Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field.
  • At least three years of proven successful sales experience in territory or account management, personal selling, and customer growth.
  • Demonstrated ability to close business, influence customer decisions, and grow accounts.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and experience with sales automation, customer relationship management, or web-based software programs.
  • Ability to execute a vision, manage multiple priorities, and achieve measurable results.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation and influencing skills.
  • Interpersonal and relationship-building skills with peers, superiors, and customers.
  • Proficiency in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution.
  • Ability to work remotely from a home-based environment, use a computer for prolonged periods, communicate extensively by phone, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Responsibilities
  • Own and deliver territory performance, including fair-count, revenue, and revenue-per-fair goals.
  • Drive new bookings and re-bookings, building and maintaining a pipeline of fairs across the territory.
  • Influence and close customer decisions, identifying opportunities to grow accounts and expand participation.
  • Manage a portfolio of accounts, developing long-term relationships and repeat business.
  • Partner with school hosts to maximize fair performance by coaching strategies to increase traffic, engagement, and sales; recommending and upselling revenue-driving programs, promotions, and merchandising opportunities; and preparing hosts to engage their school communities.
  • Lead fair execution as high-impact, revenue-generating events while ensuring strong customer experiences and financial outcomes.
  • Manage retention by securing re-bookings, strengthening partnerships, and saving at-risk fairs.
  • Complete inbound and outbound customer outreach, follow-ups, and account-management activities.
  • Track and document outreach, pipeline, and performance insights in the customer relationship management system.
  • Prioritize opportunities, manage pipelines, and execute against sales goals to support territory performance.
  • Meet or exceed activity expectations and territory performance goals.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with event management or customer-facing program execution.
  • Familiarity with children's literature, Book Fairs, and school activities.

About the company

Scholastic creates and distributes children's books and learning content through direct-to-school channels that connect publishers with students. Its products include classroom books, magazines, and reading programs sold via book clubs and in-school book fairs, enabling teachers and schools to purchase directly. The company grows by acquiring other publishers and building strong franchises, such as Grolier and series like The Hunger Games and Captain Underpants. Its goal is to maintain a kid-focused media ecosystem by delivering affordable reading material directly into schools and classrooms through a school-based distribution network.

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1977

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What believers are saying

  • Q1 fiscal 2027 book-fair bookings and fair counts ran ahead of last year.
  • Scholastic’s September 2026 slate adds Harry Potter, Dog Man, and Hunger Games momentum.
  • The $71 million Cottage Door Press deal should lift fiscal 2027 revenue and EBITDA.

What critics are saying

  • Pomerantz opened a September 2026 securities probe after Q1 miss and 7.4% stock drop.
  • Education revenue fell 24% in Q1 fiscal 2027 as school budgets tightened.
  • If school channels weaken further, Scholastic loses its core distribution moat and employer stability.

What makes Scholastic unique

  • Scholastic owns school-based book fairs and clubs, reaching classrooms in all 50 states.
  • Its franchise engine still includes Harry Potter, Dog Man, and Hunger Games.
  • Cottage Door Press adds early-childhood novelty formats and retail relationships beyond schools.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Generous Parental Leave Program
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company News

Associated Press
Oct 13th, 2026
Pomerantz investigates Scholastic after 7.41% share drop and $216.8M revenue decline

Pomerantz LLP is investigating whether Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) and some of its officers or directors engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices. On September 24, 2026, Scholastic reported first-quarter fiscal 2027 results. It posted an adjusted loss of $3.63 per share, against a consensus estimate of a $3.40 loss, and revenue of $216.8 million, down 4% year over year. Education segment revenue fell 24%, which Scholastic attributed to tightening school budgets. The company's shares dropped $2.58, or 7.41%, to close at $32.25 on September 25, 2026. Investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at Pomerantz.

Market Chameleon
Oct 11th, 2026
SCHL investors with $100,000 in losses have opportunity to join Scholastic Corporation fraud investigation with SBS law.

SCHL investors with $100,000 in losses have opportunity to join Scholastic Corporation fraud investigation with SBS law. Business Wire 11-Oct-2026 5:05 PM Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP ("SBS"), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Scholastic Corporation ("Scholastic" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: SCHL) for violations of the securities laws. INVESTIGATION DETAILS: The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors. Scholastic reported its financial results for Q1 2027 on September 24, 2026. The Company revealed a loss per share that exceeded analyst estimates and a year-over-year decline in revenue. The Company's Education segment also suffered a 24% drop in sales. Based on this news, shares of Scholastic fell by more than 7.4% on the next day. Market Chameleon also encourage you to contact Brian Schall or David Schwartz of Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach Market Chameleon through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected]. WHY SBS? Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation. Bringing together the extensive experience and diverse skillsets of founding partners Brian Schall, Andrew Brown, and David Schwartz, SBS is dedicated to aggressively advocating for every investor.

TMCnet
Oct 11th, 2026
SCHL Investors with $100,000 in Losses Have Opportunity to Join Scholastic Corporation Fraud Investigation with SBS Law

SCHL Investors with $100,000 in Losses Have Opportunity to Join Scholastic Corporation Fraud Investigation with SBS Law TMCnet News [October 11, 2026] | / | SCHL Investors with $100,000 in Losses Have Opportunity to Join Scholastic Corporation Fraud Investigation with SBS Law Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP ("SBS"), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Scholastic Corporation ("Scholastic" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: SCHL) for violations of the securities laws. INVESTIGATION DETAILS: The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors. Scholastic reported its financial results for Q1 2027 on September 24, 2026. The Company revealed a loss per shae that exceeded analyst estimates and a year-over-year decline in revenue. The Company's Education segment also suffered a 24% drop in sales. Based on this news, shares of Scholastic fell by more than 7.4% on the next day. If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate. Fog Computing World also encourage you to contact Brian Schall or David Schwartz of Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach Fog Computing World through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected]. WHY SBS? Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation. Bringing together the extensive experience and diverse skillsets of founding partners Brian Schall, Andrew Brown, and David Schwartz, SBS is dedicated to aggressively advocating for every investor. This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20261011667170/en/ [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage] |

PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art announces annual Scholastic Art and Writing Awards partnership.

The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art announces annual Scholastic Art and Writing Awards partnership. Oct 08, 2026, 17:12 ET LAKELAND, Fla., Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art at Florida Southern College is proud to partner with Scholastic to host the national Scholastic Art and Writing Awards for Polk County, Florida. The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards is a nationwide program designed to recognize the artistic and literary talent of all public, private and homeschool students in grades 7 through 12, ages 13 and up. This program celebrates students locally and nationally, with awards, exhibitions, publications and scholarships. "The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards are a highlight of our student exhibitions each year," Executive Director Dr. Daryl Ward said. "This prestigious competition honors the 'best of the best' in our area and The AGB is proud to support this event." Artwork submitted to the Polk County Art Region will go through an adjudication process for special regional awards including Gold Key, Silver Key, Honorable Mention, American Visions Nominee, and American Voices Nominee. A special awards ceremony will be hosted by The AGB to honor award recipients. All Gold Key artworks will progress to the national judging where they are considered for national awards and will be eligible to take part in Scholastic's Art.Write.Now. National Exhibition and National Ceremony at Carnegie Hall in New York. Award-recognized artwork will also have the opportunity to be selected for inclusion in The AGB's Scholastic Exhibition. The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art at Florida Southern College is a not-for-profit, academic and community museum that seeks to enhance lives through inspirational and engaging art experiences for all. It is the largest and only nationally accredited visual arts organization in Polk County and the only Smithsonian Affiliate art museum in Central Florida. In January 2025, the AGB Museum of Art opened its new Dr. Anne B. Kerr Wing, with an additional 14,000 sq. ft. of exhibition and education space, including six new galleries, as well as multi-functional classroom and event spaces. The Museum's hours are Tuesdays-Saturdays 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday 1 pm to 5 pm, and closed Mondays and major holidays. The facility is handicap accessible and special needs assistance is available. Admission is free, thanks to our Strategic Partners, the Ting Tsung and Wei Fong Chao Foundation and Dr. Alan and Linda Rich. SOURCE Florida Southern College

WebWire
Oct 8th, 2026
Scholastic's Sasha Quinton opens People of Publishing Conference.

Scholastic's Sasha Quinton opens People of Publishing Conference. WEBWIRE - Thursday, October 8, 2026 Last week Sasha Quinton, President, Scholastic Children's Book Group joined Mary McAveney, President and CEO, Abrams; and Dominique Raccah, President and CEO, Sourcebooks to open the American Literary Agents' People of Publishing Conference. The women appeared as part of a panel titled "How She Leads," moderated by Regina Brooks, President of the Association of American Literary Agents. The opening session was made up of innovators, disruptors, and visionary women who are shaping publishing. Among the topics they discussed were what it means to be a female leader and why that matters, as well as how leaders can cultivate new generations of readers, respond to changing consumer behavior, and use emerging technologies responsibly to create growth opportunities. "I'm inspired to be sitting alongside these extraordinary women today," Quinton said during the panel. "As more women take seats on stages, in boardrooms, and in leadership roles, more will follow... We have so many examples of strong, successful, effective female leadership, and I believe we'll continue to see that number grow." Later in the discussion, Quinton also noted that she'd like to see the industry make a real commitment to changing access and engagement, adding, "This is a highly solvable problem, and together we can make sure every child born in America has books. We can make sure all kids have the opportunity to love reading." This year's theme, Growing Together, reflected the need to keep pace with changing reader habits, new technologies, and an increasingly complex marketplace, and also included a panel called "Managing Your List with Strategy and Intention, moderated by Andrea Davis Pinkney, Scholastic VP and Executive Editor, Trade. Davis Pinkney spoke with Aram Fox, Agent with Massie, McQuilkin & Altman; Ashley Hong, Editor at Crown & Crown Currency; Emilia Rhodes, Executive Editor at Atria; and Monica Rodriguez, Director of Brand Management and Senior Agent at Context Literary Agency. They examined how agents and editors can evaluate, reshape, and optimize their lists to balance creative ambition, market realities, workload, and career goals. "Conversations like these remind me how much we gain by sharing experience, questioning assumptions, and collaborating across our different roles to help us see possibilities we might otherwise miss," Davis Pinkney said after the panel. You can learn more about the event, which was held at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology and brings together literary agents, editors, and other publishing professionals for meaningful networking, education, and professional development, here. WebWireID362614 This news content was configured by WebWire editorial staff. Linking is permitted. Distribute your news. * Every day, hundreds of individuals and companies choose WebWire to distribute their news. * WebWire places your news within numerous highly trafficked news search engines generating leads and publicity. * Submit Your Release Now!