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District Leader

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ClassDojo

ClassDojo

201-500 employees

Communication platform for teachers and parents

Consumer Software
Education

Compensation Overview

$192.9k - $291kAnnually

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Remote in USA

Category
Strategy Development
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Marketing
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.
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 improve communication and classroom management. This approach allows it to attract a large user base while generating revenue through subscriptions for enhanced functionalities. ClassDojo's goal is to create a supportive and collaborative educational experience by connecting all stakeholders in the learning process.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$342.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

51%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ClassDojo's recent $125 million Series D funding led by Tencent provides substantial financial backing for future growth and innovation.
  • The company's move into the metaverse with a virtual space for kids positions it at the forefront of digital education trends.
  • ClassDojo's first profits indicate a successful transition from a user-growth focus to a sustainable revenue model.

What critics are saying

  • Entering the metaverse puts ClassDojo in direct competition with major players like Meta and Roblox, which could be challenging.
  • The reliance on a freemium model may limit revenue growth if a significant portion of users do not convert to premium subscriptions.

What makes ClassDojo unique

  • ClassDojo's real-time communication platform specifically targets K-8 schools, creating a niche focus that sets it apart from broader edtech solutions.
  • The freemium model allows widespread adoption while monetizing through premium features, balancing accessibility with revenue generation.
  • ClassDojo's significant presence in 95% of U.S. K-8 schools and operation in 180 countries demonstrates its extensive reach and influence in the education sector.

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