Head of People
Location: San Francisco, CA (3 days in office)
About Wonderschool
Wonderschool is a technology-driven company revolutionizing early childhood education by empowering childcare providers with cutting-edge SaaS and marketplace solutions. Our platform leverages data, automation, and AI to streamline operations, increase provider revenue, and expand access to high-quality childcare for families across the U.S.
As we continue to scale, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performing, and mission-driven workplace built on transparency, collaboration, and speed. We're looking for a visionary and strategic Head of People to drive our talent strategy, build a high-performance culture, and help Wonderschool remain an industry pioneer. If you're passionate about leading people-first strategies in a fast-moving tech environment, we'd love to hear from you.
The Opportunity
This role is ideal for a proactive, data-driven leader with a track record of scaling teams in fast-paced, high-growth tech companies. As Head of People, you will partner with executive leadership to design and execute a people strategy that aligns with Wonderschool's growth, culture, and core values. You'll be responsible for fostering a performance-driven, collaborative, and inclusive workplace, ensuring every team member is empowered to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Build a High-Performance Culture
- Culture of Openness - Promote transparency and open dialogue, empowering employees to tackle challenges and share ideas freely.
- Data-Driven Performance Standards - Implement structured, quarterly performance reviews with measurable goals, reinforcing a culture of urgency, ownership, and excellence.
Foster In-Office Collaboration
- Hybrid Culture - Develop and sustain an engaging in-office experience that strengthens cross-functional collaboration and innovation.
- Team Engagement - Launch initiatives to maximize employee connection and team cohesion, making in-office days high-value.
Enhance Recruiting, Retention & Employer Brand
- Tech-Focused Talent Strategy - Scale a high-performing, diverse, and mission-aligned workforce, leveraging data-driven recruitment practices to attract top SaaS and marketplace talent.
- Retention & Engagement - Develop structured employee feedback loops, using insights to optimize engagement, career development, and retention.
Lead Team Offsites & Executive Alignment
- Strategic Leadership Events - Organize monthly executive offsites and bi-annual company-wide events to drive alignment, innovation, and culture-building.
Strengthen Compliance & HR Operations
- HR Compliance & Risk Management - Oversee HR policies and legal compliance across federal, state, and local levels.
- HR Tech & Automation - Implement scalable HR systems that enhance efficiency and data-driven decision-making.
Organizational Design & Leadership Development
- Leadership Growth - Develop a leadership training framework to support managers in leading high-performing, values-driven teams.
- Org Design & Scalability - Regularly assess and optimize organizational structure to support business expansion and agility.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Tech & Growth-Stage Expertise - Experience leading People Ops in a SaaS, marketplace, or high-growth tech environment.
- Exceptional Judgment & Communication - Ability to navigate complexity, influence leadership, and communicate with clarity.
- Data-Driven & Scalable Mindset - Comfortable using HR analytics and automation tools to drive efficiency and strategic decision-making.
- Commitment to High Standards - Sets ambitious goals, tracks progress, and adapts quickly in a fast-moving environment.
- Values-Driven Leadership - Embodies Wonderschool's mission and core values, with a passion for empowering childcare providers.
Our Core Values
- Be Open and Transparent - Foster an environment of honesty and constructive feedback.
- Work Backwards - Set ambitious goals and break them into actionable steps.
- Every Voice Matters - Value all perspectives; the best ideas win when all voices are heard.
- Make Providers More Money - Empower childcare providers by keeping their success at the forefront.
- Be a Driver - Take ownership with urgency and high standards.
- Delight Customers - Exceed expectations through products and services.
- Be Scrappy - Innovate and work resourcefully to overcome challenges.
- No "I" in Wonderschool - Collaboration is key to achieving our mission.
- Do the Right Thing - Act with integrity in every decision.
- Act with Urgency - Lead with speed and precision to remain an industry pioneer.
Ready to build the future of childcare with us? Join Wonderschool today.