Sentient specializes in supply staffing, temporary and full-time staff placements for the childcare industry. Sentient currently operates in the GTHA and Ottawa, serves over 500 centres, and employs over 600 childcare assistants and RECEs (our Educators). Our administrative staff actively seek opportunities to connect childcare centres to the right supply staff during times of need.

Sentient can provide supply staff on the same day a request is made by using our user-friendly website, phone, e-mail, or text message. We are also able to provide staff for planned absences and full-time positions. We recruit passionate Educators and provide ongoing professional development to engage their growth mindset.

We highly value integrity and focus on making an impact on our clients, Educators, co-workers, and communities. We are seeking a Part-Time Account Executive - Sales to expand Sentient's presence in the Greater Toronto Area (GTHA). This role is focused on generating current childcare centre partnerships, building strong local relationships, and promoting Sentient as the trusted staffing partner for the childcare community.

The Part-Time Account Executive – Sales will prospect, present Sentient's services, and close new business. As a part-time role, the Account Executive will work 25 hours per week, primarily remote with outreach via phone, video conferencing, and e-mail. Occasional in-person visits to childcare centres and attendance at local events will be required.

Success

As a trusted partner and ambassador,



the successful candidate will focus on promoting Sentient HR Services and driving new business growth and referrals in the GTHA region.

The Account

Executive will own the sales process from prospecting and outreach to presentations, closing, and onboarding while maintaining a consultative and relationship-focused approach.

Sales Planning: Set weekly activity goals (calls, meetings, outreach) to achieve part-time sales targets.

Represent

Sentient at local tradeshows, association meetings, and networking events. Share local market insights and competitor activity with leadership.

Sales Process & Execution: Prospect childcare centres through calls, emails, and networking to build pipeline. Conduct consultative sales meetings to understand client needs and present solutions. Communicates and works effectively and collaboratively with Client Care, Operations, Marketing and HR to deliver great results for prospects, customers, and other stakeholders in the company.

Participates and comes prepared to all daily huddles, 121 coaching meetings, and monthly meetings, and any other cadence / meetings as required. Participates in additional projects or added responsibilities as needed. Updates the CRM daily and documents all sales phone calls, meetings, and tasks.





Updates key and pertinent information on prospects and competitors in the CRM. Monitors and updates their pipeline each week Qualifications and Role Requirements: RECE designation is an asset (adds credibility within the childcare field). Minimum 1 year of sales or business development experience (staffing, childcare, or education sector experience an advantage).

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Competencies Customer Focus : Demonstrates a strong customer orientation to enhance business performance.

Continuous Improvement : Building Partnerships - Demonstrates both an internal and external focus, building rapport and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders to advance the business.

Digital Literacy : The ability to discover, evaluate, and use information and technology effectively through various apps and digital tools.

Personal Style: 100% trustworthy with the highest level of integrity. A real curiosity about data, trends, business, and processes. Confident communicator, who is not afraid to pick up the phone (or drop in the childcare centre) to speak with prospective clients.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our hiring practices reflect our dedication to creating a workforce that mirrors the diversity of the communities we serve. Accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities at every stage of the recruitment process upon request.

📌 Account Sales Representative (REMOTE) (Markham)
🏢 SENTIENT HR SERVICES
📍 Markham