The HR Software Educational Institutions Love

In the ever-evolving world of education, where shaping young minds and providing a nurturing environment is paramount, your HR needs to be as organized and efficient as your classrooms. GoCo offers an HR solution tailored to the unique challenges of educational institutions, helping you focus on what matters most—educating and caring for your students.

GoCo supports educational institutions across a variety of sectors, including…

Charter Schools

Private Schools

Daycares & Preschools

Montessori Schools

After-School Programs

Tutoring Centers

Early Childhood Education Centers

Special Education Programs

K-12 Education

Religious Schools

Summer Camps

Learning Centers

Charter Schools

Private Schools

Daycares & Preschools

Montessori Schools

After-School Programs

Tutoring Centers

Early Childhood Education Centers

Special Education Programs

K-12 Education

Religious Schools

Summer Camps

Learning Centers

Charter Schools

Private Schools

Daycares & Preschools

Montessori Schools

After-School Programs

Tutoring Centers

Early Childhood Education Centers

Special Education Programs

K-12 Education

Religious Schools

Summer Camps

Learning Centers

Charter Schools

Private Schools

Daycares & Preschools

Montessori Schools

After-School Programs

Tutoring Centers

Early Childhood Education Centers

Special Education Programs

K-12 Education

Religious Schools

Summer Camps

Learning Centers

Charter Schools

Private Schools

Daycares & Preschools

Montessori Schools

After-School Programs

Tutoring Centers

Early Childhood Education Centers

Special Education Programs

K-12 Education

Religious Schools

Summer Camps

Learning Centers

HR Made Easy with GoCo

Streamlined Hiring & Onboarding
Mobile-First Technology
Compliance & Certification Tracking
Effective Communication Across Your Institution
Simplified Time Tracking & Attendance
Flexible Payroll Options
Boost Employee Engagement & Retention
Dedicated, Award-Winning Support
Onboarding

Streamlined Hiring & Onboarding

Finding and retaining the right educators and staff is crucial. GoCo simplifies the hiring process with workflows that help you efficiently manage job postings, applications, interviews, and offer letters. Once hired, GoCo's seamless onboarding process ensures new staff members are ready to contribute from day one. With electronic forms, automated tasks, and tailored checklists, onboarding becomes a smooth, paperless experience that helps you welcome new hires with confidence.

Mobile-First

Mobile-First Technology

In education, every minute counts. GoCo's mobile-first approach allows your staff to manage HR tasks from any device, whether they're in the classroom, on the playground, or on the go. Our intuitive mobile app lets teachers and administrators easily clock in/out, access payroll and benefits, request time off, and stay informed about important updates—all from their smartphones.

Compliance

Compliance & Certification Tracking

Educational institutions face strict compliance and certification requirements, and GoCo makes it easy to stay on top of them. Track certifications, background checks, and licensure effortlessly, ensuring your staff is always compliant with state and federal regulations. Our automated reminders help you avoid lapses, so your school or daycare remains in good standing.

Messages

Effective Communication Across Your Institution

Clear communication is the backbone of a well-run educational institution. GoCo’s Messaging tool enables you to keep everyone on the same page, whether you're managing a single campus or multiple locations. Send mass text messages or emails to your entire staff or specific groups, ensuring that important announcements, policy updates, emergency alerts, and event reminders are never missed.

Attendance management

Simplified Time Tracking & Attendance

Managing time and attendance across various roles in an educational setting can be challenging, but GoCo makes it easy. Whether you need kiosk mode for staff to clock in and out or mobile clock-in with geofencing for field trips and off-campus activities, we have you covered. Create digital schedules efficiently, with features like color coding, recurring shifts, and automatic notifications. Plus, GoCo’s time tracking integrates seamlessly with payroll, ensuring accurate compensation for every hour worked.

Payroll

Flexible Payroll Options

Payroll in education often involves unique considerations, from varying pay rates for different roles to managing stipends and supplemental pay. GoCo supports your payroll needs, whether you choose to use our robust embedded payroll platform or prefer to keep your existing system. Our payroll sync dashboard makes it easy to track any changes to employee or pay data, keeping your payroll system accurate and up-to-date.

Employee Engagement

Boost Employee Engagement & Retention

GoCo helps you create a positive work environment where your staff feels valued and supported. With easy access to HR services, clear communication, and tools that simplify their day-to-day tasks, your employees can focus on what they do best—educating and caring for students. By fostering a culture of support and efficiency, GoCo helps improve employee satisfaction and retention.

Dedicated Support

Dedicated, Award-Winning Support

At GoCo, we’re more than just an HR platform—we’re a partner in your success. Every education client is assigned a dedicated support team, offering you a direct line for any questions or issues. Our award-winning support is here to help you manage your HR needs, so you can focus on providing quality education and care.

Turn Your HR into a Lesson in Efficiency

GoCo Helps Power Educational Institutions

“Being able to offload some HR tasks to others has been a huge helper. I still get goosebumps every time I run payroll, and it only takes me 30 minutes per school instead of an entire business day. I have more time to do the things I enjoy and not hide behind paperwork the whole time.”

Jenny Vallejo
Director of HR at Primrose School of Bee Cave

“Before GoCo, I was spending all of my time on HR. I would have to reset payroll logins 8-10 times per week because someone would get locked out. Now, it’s all self-service. Payroll used to take me an entire business day. Now, it takes just 30 minutes per location. Overall, I save about 10-15 hours per week, which allows me to be more present within the school.”

Jenny Vallejo
Director of HR at Primrose School of Bee Cave

We Can Support the Entire Employee Lifecycle

Whether you just need to streamline your HR processes or seek a full-spectrum all-in-one solution, GoCo is here to help.

We provide the exact HR support you need, when you need it, without forcing you to switch your existing payroll system or broker. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing the services that best fit your business.

It’s Easy to Get Started with GoCo!

1
See GoCo in Action

Schedule a call with our team to get a personalized demo of the platform.

2
Get Kickstarted With Our Dedicated Support Team

With GoCo, you don’t do it alone. We’ll guide you through the process and make sure you are set up for success.

3
Take Back Your Sanity

With a modern solution and streamlined workflows, you have more time to focus on what matters – your people!

GoCo is the Smart Choice for Your Institution

Choose GoCo and experience the difference in your HR operations and employee engagement.

FAQs

What is the best HR software for schools and educational institutions?

GoCo is one of the leading HR software solutions for schools, daycares, and other educational institutions. It offers tailored features like streamlined onboarding, time tracking, payroll integration, and compliance management, all designed to meet the unique needs of the education sector.

How can HR software help manage teacher certifications and compliance?

GoCo’s HR software includes powerful tools for tracking certifications, managing compliance, and automating reminders for renewals. This ensures that your staff’s credentials are always up-to-date, helping your school stay compliant with state and federal regulations.

Can GoCo integrate with existing payroll systems used by schools?

Yes, GoCo can sync with your existing payroll system or offer a robust embedded payroll solution. This flexibility allows educational institutions to manage payroll efficiently while keeping their preferred systems in place.

How does GoCo support employee engagement in educational settings?

GoCo fosters employee engagement in educational institutions by streamlining HR processes, enhancing communication, and offering intuitive self-service access to payroll, benefits, and time-off requests. Additionally, GoCo provides tools for performance reviews, goal tracking, and a platform for giving props and praise, helping to build a positive and motivated school culture. With these features, teachers and staff can focus more on their educational roles and less on administrative tasks, leading to a more engaged and satisfied workforce.

What are the benefits of using HR software for time tracking in schools?

GoCo’s time tracking features help schools efficiently manage employee hours, schedules, and attendance. With options like mobile clock-in, geofencing, and automatic schedule syncing, GoCo simplifies the time tracking process, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

How does GoCo help with hiring and onboarding in educational institutions?

GoCo transforms the hiring and onboarding experience in educational institutions by offering customizable workflows tailored to different roles within your organization. Whether you're onboarding teachers, administrative staff, or support personnel, GoCo allows you to create specific onboarding pathways that ensure each new hire receives the training and resources they need to excel in their role.

Our platform includes electronic forms, automated task management, and easy document storage, making it simple to manage compliance and track progress. With features like digital signature collection, E-Verify integration, and personalized onboarding checklists, GoCo ensures that new hires are not only onboarded smoothly but are also fully prepared to contribute effectively from day one. This comprehensive approach to onboarding helps educational institutions build a strong, capable team from the ground up.

Is GoCo suitable for small educational institutions like daycares and preschools?

Absolutely. GoCo is designed to be flexible and scalable, making it an ideal HR solution for small educational institutions like daycares and preschools. It simplifies HR tasks, ensures compliance, and supports the specific needs of smaller teams.

Can GoCo handle multiple campuses or locations for larger educational organizations?

Yes, GoCo is designed to support educational organizations with multiple campuses or locations. Its centralized platform allows for consistent HR management across all sites, ensuring that policies, communications, and processes are uniform and efficient.

How does GoCo improve HR efficiency in educational institutions?

GoCo boosts HR efficiency in educational institutions by automating routine tasks like onboarding, benefits administration, and time tracking, which reduces the workload on your team. With intuitive payroll management and robust compliance tools, GoCo ensures accurate payroll processing and simplifies the tracking of certifications and licenses, essential for maintaining regulatory compliance.

Additionally, GoCo centralizes communication and offers comprehensive reporting, enabling schools to make informed, data-driven decisions. By streamlining these critical HR processes, GoCo frees up your team to focus more on delivering quality education and student care.