Full-Time

District Leader

Posted on 6/18/2024

ClassDojo

ClassDojo

201-500 employees

Communication platform for teachers and parents

Compensation Overview

$192.9k - $291k/yr

Senior

Remote in USA + 1 more

More locations: San Francisco, CA, USA

Remote option available.

Category
Strategy Development
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Requirements
  • You have experience working directly at a cabinet level in a large district or have worked closely with cabinet members in large districts.
  • You have a proven track record of achieving ambitious goals in a cross-functional team.
  • You’re a strategic thinker that can see the big picture and communicate a compelling vision.
  • You’re able to roll up your sleeves and get things done to execute on the vision.
  • You can build trust and relationships with C-level members of the district.
  • You’re extremely results-oriented; you can define and measure outcomes quantitatively.
  • You thrive in cross-functional teams, especially working together with product and marketing to cater to the unique needs of Districts excites you.
  • You have deep product knowledge about ed-tech solutions that districts love.
  • You have experience in relationship management, customer development, or enterprise sales.
Responsibilities
  • Building and maintaining deep empathy and knowledge for the key issues that districts face.
  • Identifying and leveraging the best channels and actions to drive a national conversation around the importance of bringing community together at a district level.
  • Taking the right set of actions to position ClassDojo as the thought leader in this new category.
  • Establishing meaningful relationships with key decision makers in large or influential districts.
  • Managing these relationships into successful partnerships that drive user growth in ClassDojo.
  • 100% ownership and accountability to your goals.

ClassDojo enhances communication and collaboration in education by providing a platform for teachers, parents, and students to connect. The platform allows teachers to share updates, feedback, and classroom moments in real-time, fostering a more engaged educational environment. It primarily targets K-8 schools and is widely used, with a presence in 95% of U.S. K-8 schools and active usage in 180 countries. ClassDojo operates on a freemium model, offering basic services for free while charging for premium features that include advanced communication tools and enhanced administrative capabilities. This approach allows it to attract a large user base while generating revenue through subscriptions for premium services. ClassDojo's goal is to create a collaborative and supportive educational environment by connecting teachers, parents, and students effectively.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$346.1M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ClassDojo's expansion into the metaverse could increase user engagement.
  • District-wide adoption in eight U.S. states boosts ClassDojo's market presence.
  • Tencent's $125M investment indicates strong market confidence in ClassDojo.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from platforms like Polymath could challenge ClassDojo's market share.
  • Expansion into the metaverse faces competition from Meta and Roblox.
  • Reliance on freemium model may limit revenue growth if conversion rates don't improve.

What makes ClassDojo unique

  • ClassDojo offers real-time updates, enhancing parent-teacher-student communication.
  • The platform supports 130+ languages, promoting inclusivity and accessibility.
  • ClassDojo integrates with SIS and SSO, streamlining administrative processes.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-1%
PR Newswire
Jun 5th, 2025
Districts In Eight States Choose Classdojo For Districtwide Communication And Family Engagement

ClassDojo, trusted by teachers for over a decade, is now helping entire districts connect with families in a secure, inclusive waySAN FRANCISCO, June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Districts across New York, South Carolina, Virginia, Texas, Colorado, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Maryland are partnering with ClassDojo for Districts to strengthen communication and deepen family engagement across their schools.Already used by more than 45 million families and teachers worldwide, ClassDojo is a trusted classroom tool. Now, ClassDojo for Districts brings that same connection and ease to entire school systems—with tools built to scale, support multilingual communities, and meet the highest privacy standards.New districts joining the ClassDojo for Districts community include:Lynchburg (VA) City Schools(VA) City Schools Manor ISD, Edgewood ISD, Laredo ISD, and Ysleta ISD (TX)Pittsburgh (PA) Public Schools(PA) Public Schools Alamosa (CO) School District(CO) School District Sylvania (OH) Schools(OH) Schools Charleston (SC) County Schools(SC) County Schools Diocese of Rockville (MD) Schools(MD) Schools Linden (NY) Public SchoolsClassDojo for Districts offers:One communication platform across all schoolsAutomatic translation in 130+ languagesDistrictwide messaging, announcements, and updatesAdmin-level controls for oversight and alignmentSeamless integration with SIS, SSO, and rostersIndustry-leading proactive approach to data privacyFERPA and COPPA compliance, plus the Common Sense Privacy Seal for Districts"As we wrap up our first year as a ClassDojo for Districts partner, one of the biggest benefits has been the ability to create a more unified communication experience across our schools," said Will Herring, Assistant Director of Technology, Moore County Schools in North Carolina. "ClassDojo was already widely used and well regarded in our classrooms, so it made sense to build on that foundation at the district level. Just as important is the data—we're no longer sending messages into a void. Now we can see when families are engaging—and that insight is shaping everything from parent engagement strategies to our broader school improvement plans.""Our goal is to make it easy for every family to stay informed, feel welcome, and be involved—without adding more work for educators," said Dr. Chad A

PR Newswire
Apr 29th, 2025
Classdojo Names Three New Executives To Its Leadership Team

Educational Technology Industry Veterans Dr. Chad A. Stevens, Michael Bell and Jeff Buening Bring Tech and Sales Expertise to Communications and Engagement CompanySAN FRANCISCO, April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ClassDojo, the flagship communications and engagement app beloved by tens of millions of schools, teachers and families, today announced three new additions to its leadership team. The company has named Michael Bell as Head of Enterprise Sales for ClassDojo for Districts, Jeff Buening as General Manager for ClassDojo's B2B business, and Chad A. Stevens, Ph.D. in the newly-created role of Head of K-12 Engagement.Bell has held senior leadership roles at leading education and technology companies

Pulse 2.0
Feb 22nd, 2025
Polymath: $1 Million Raised To Turn Kid-Focused App Into A Productive Experience

Kid-tech startup Polymath announced it has secured $1 million in funding with notable investment from ClassDojo CTO Liam Don in their first angel round, followed by a venture-backed pre-seed raise co-led by Blackbird Ventures and GD1.

Vator
Aug 23rd, 2024
How does ClassDojo make money?

In February, ClassDojo expanded even further, announcing the launch of ClassDojo for Districts, which provides single sign-on capabilities, personalized support, and more insight into school and family engagement.

LinkedIn
May 31st, 2024
Five Sigma on LinkedIn: ClassDojo

Five Sigma is excited to announce its investment in consumer technology business ClassDojo. ClassDojo is a global leader in software and apps for teachers…

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