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Full-Time

Community Manager

Contractor

Posted on 6/21/2024

ClassDojo

ClassDojo

201-500 employees

Communication platform for teachers and parents

Consumer Software
Education

Entry, Junior

Remote in USA

Category
General Marketing
PR & Communications
Growth & Marketing
Requirements
  • Experience building and managing a community for a brand
  • Experience with multiple aspects of community building
  • Strategic thinking and planning skills
  • Autonomous and resourceful
  • Willingness to travel quarterly
  • Background in education or teaching
  • Experience using ClassDojo
  • Experience managing community advocacy programs
  • Fluency in a second or multiple languages
Responsibilities
  • Cultivate online community spaces for teacher-to-teacher conversation
  • Identify and support ClassDojo advocates globally
  • Plan and attend online and in-person events for the teacher community
  • Brainstorm and test new community initiatives

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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