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HR & Talent Operations Specialist (LATAM) – Remote | Papaya Tutor

Location: Remote (LATAM preferred)

Travel: Future Travel Up to 20% (primarily U.S. school district visits, trainings, or team summits)

Job Type: Full-Time

Company: Papaya Tutor

About Papaya Tutor

Papaya Tutor is one of the fastest-growing virtual tutoring companies in the United States, serving school districts across Texas and beyond. We specialize in providing high-impact, culturally responsive Math & ELA tutoring to close achievement gaps for at-risk students, English learners, newcomers, and students who need individualized academic support.

Our team is diverse, mission-driven, fun, and obsessed with improving student outcomes. We are expanding quickly—15X growth year over year—and we are looking for an HR & Talent Operations Specialist who is ready to grow with us.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented HR & Talent Operations Specialist to support Papaya Tutor's growing team of tutors, coordinators, curriculum leads, and school partners.

This role focuses on recruiting, onboarding, supporting, and managing the lifecycle of tutors and staff, while providing smooth operational processes that help schools and students experience world-class service.

The position is remote, but candidates must be willing to travel up to 20% for U.S.-based district visits, team training sessions, or company events in the Future. Second Quarter 2026.

This role is ideal for candidates across LATAM who have strong communication skills (English + Spanish required), experience supporting remote teams, and a passion for education and people operations.

Key ResponsibilitiesRecruitment & Hiring

• Manage full recruitment cycle for tutors and staff (job posting, screening, interviewing, selection).
• Support high-volume hiring for peak seasons (summer onboarding, fall ramp-ups, district expansions).
• Maintain candidate pipelines and organize recruitment dashboards.
• Conduct reference checks and coordinate background checks/fingerprinting.

Onboarding & Training

• Coordinate onboarding steps for new hires, including:
• Contract setup
• Document collection
• Fingerprinting/background check requirements
• Access to Papaya platforms and software
• Assist with organizing tutor Bootcamps, training calendars, and certification processes.
• Ensure new hires complete required internal training and compliance modules.

HR Operations & Employee Support

• Maintain and update personnel data in HR systems and internal trackers.
• Support payroll operations by ensuring accurate collection of tutor hours and documentation.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR processes, benefits (if applicable), and role expectations.
• Manage digital files and maintain compliance with district requirements.
• Assist with performance evaluations, feedback cycles, and tutor performance documentation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
• School Success team
• Curriculum team
• Operations team
• CEO/Leadership team
• Support logistics during district onboarding (tutor assignment, credential tracking, documentation audits).
• Help streamline internal processes as Papaya continues its rapid growth.

Travel (Up to 20%)

• Travel is not inmediate and will potentially start in the second quarter of 2026.
• Attend in-person team camps, trainings, school district visits, or leadership retreats.
• Support on-site staffing events, recruitment fairs, or operational test-runs.
• Most travel occurs 2–4 times per year.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, talent acquisition, operations, or similar roles.
• Experience supporting remote teams (preferred but not required).
• Strong English communication skills — written and verbal.
• Spanish proficiency strongly preferred (Papaya serves many bilingual communities).
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, startup environment.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive, Calendar).
• Strong people-first mindset and passion for education and equity.
• Ability to travel internationally to the U.S. as needed (visa support provided if applicable).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with K-12 education, tutoring, teacher recruitment, or school staffing.
• Experience with background checks, onboarding compliance, or HR systems.
• Familiarity with ATS platforms, HRIS systems, or contractor management tools.
• Experience leading trainings or onboarding sessions.
• Experience in fast-growing startups or EdTech environments.

What We Offer

• Fully remote opportunity (LATAM-based candidates encouraged to apply).
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience.
• Dynamic, mission-driven culture focused on student success.
• Opportunity to grow into senior HR, People Operations, or Talent Management roles.
• Professional development opportunities and access to trainings.
• Opportunity to travel for company events, school district visits, and team off-sites.

How to Apply

Apply directly through Indeed or submit your resume and a short message explaining why you're a great fit for Papaya Tutor.

We review applications on a rolling basis and look forward to meeting you

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: S/.2, S/.3,360.00 per month

Work Location: Remote

Expected Start Date: 25/11/2025