Executive Assistant to the CEO

Executive Assistant to the CEO | Wonderschool

Join a Fast-Growing Tech Startup on a Mission to Revolutionize Child Care

At Wonderschool, we are leveraging cutting-edge technology to solve one of the most pressing challenges facing families today: access to quality childcare. As a venture-backed startup, we empower childcare providers with innovative tools to manage and grow their businesses while also helping parents find the care they need.

We are looking for a dynamic, highly organized, and resourceful Executive Assistant (EA) to the CEO to join our mission-driven team. This isn’t just another EA role—you’ll be at the center of a high-growth startup, working closely with the CEO to drive efficiency, enhance strategic initiatives, and keep operations running smoothly at the highest levels of the company. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving problems before they arise, and enjoy working with founders, investors, and high-impact teams, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Location: Onsite in San Francisco 5 Days Per Week

What You’ll Do

• Be the CEO’s Right Hand – Manage schedules, coordinate meetings, and handle all executive-level logistics to keep things running seamlessly.
• Drive Strategic Efficiency – Anticipate needs, prioritize tasks, and optimize workflows to free up the CEO’s time for high-impact decision-making.
• Facilitate Key Relationships – Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, including investors, board members, and senior leadership.
• Lead Special Projects – Assist with high-level initiatives, from fundraising prep to partnership development and company-wide communications.
• Supercharge Communication & Presentations – Draft emails, reports, and high-impact presentations that clearly communicate the CEO’s vision and company strategy to keystakeholders.
• Heavy Travel Coordination – Manage complex domestic travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries, while anticipating changes and last-minute adjustments.
• Own Confidential & Critical Tasks – Manage sensitive information with discretion, handling high-stakes matters with professionalism.
• No Task Too Big or Small – Whether it's preparing board materials, ordering lunch, or managing a last-minute schedule change, you approach every task with a can-do attitude and a commitment to excellence. 
• Support Company Culture – Play a key role in executive operations while fostering a strong and engaged team environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience Matters – 10+ years as an Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, or in a high-level support role, preferably in a tech startup, VC firm, or fast-paced environment.
• Master of Organization – You can juggle competing priorities, keep tight schedules, and anticipate needs before they arise. 
• Exceptional Communicator – Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for high-level correspondence and creating compelling presentations.
• Heavy Travel Management – Proven experience handling complex travel schedules, including multi-state itineraries, last-minute changes, and logistics.
• Proactive & Solutions-Oriented – You don’t wait for instructions—you make things happen.
• Tech-Savvy & Adaptable – Comfortable with Google Suite, Slack, Notion, Zoom, and presentation software like Keynote or PowerPoint.
• High Emotional Intelligence – Able to navigate complex relationships with grace, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Can-Do Mindset – You’re eager to jump in wherever needed, no matter the size of the task, and you thrive in a startup environment where adaptability is key.
• Passion for Our Mission – Excited to support a company making a meaningful impact on early childhood education.

Why Join Wonderschool?

• Work with a visionary CEO and leadership team at a high-growth, mission-driven startup.
• Competitive salary + equity—own a piece of what we’re building.
• Health benefits covering up to 100% for employees and 80% for dependents.
• Flexible PTO, paid holidays, and mental wellness days.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment where your impact will be felt daily.
• This position offers a competitive salary of $90,000+ based on experience plus additional benefits.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a high-performing, ambitious, and resourceful individual to take on a key role at a rapidly scaling company. If you’re ready to become acritical force behind a CEO leading a game-changing company, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and help us transform childcare through!