Launcher

Summary

Join Wonderschool, a company revolutionizing childcare support, as a Launcher / General Manager (GM) and make a real impact on early childhood education and small business success. This role involves leading market launches, recruiting and supporting childcare providers, and developing operational strategies. You will be responsible for conducting business assessments, identifying and recruiting providers, guiding them in financial management, and serving as a trusted advisor. This dynamic, fast-paced startup environment offers opportunities for growth and career development within a collaborative team that values innovation and mission-driven work.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in business management, operations, or a related field
• Strong financial acumen, with the ability to build financial models and analyze unit economics
• Experience working with small business owners or entrepreneurs, preferably in an advisory or consulting capacity
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and problem-solve in real-time
• Excellent communication skills, with a talent for asking insightful questions and engaging key stakeholders
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for scaling businesses and driving operational excellence
• Ability to travel as needed to meet with providers and support market launches

Responsibilities

• Lead the end to end launch of new markets and contracts
• Travel to meet with providers, stakeholders, and partners, facilitating strategic market entry as needed
• Conduct in-depth business assessments, asking critical questions to diagnose challenges and implement solutions
• Identify and recruit providers looking to open their own childcare center
• Guide providers in building and managing financial models, P&L statements, and understanding how to grow their businesses
• Serve as a trusted advisor to providers, helping them navigate small business operations, including revenue forecasting, cost management, and financial planning
• Develop and execute strategies to optimize provider onboarding and business growth
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Product, and Operations, to improve provider experience and market efficiency
• Provide training and mentorship on financial literacy, business planning, and operational best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA is a plus but not required
• Proficiency with CRM, Sales Engagement tools, and other general tech stack knowledge to gain efficiencies throughout the sales and onboarding process
• Located in Bay Area, NY and DC and willing to travel often

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on early childhood education and small business success
• A dynamic, fast-paced startup environment with opportunities for growth and career development
• A collaborative team that values innovation, problem-solving, and mission-driven work
• Health Benefits : 100% coverage for employee premiums and 80% for dependents
• Wellness : Flexible PTO, mental wellness days, and reimbursements for wellness initiatives
• Parental Leave : Competitive policies eligible after six months of employment