Does Braille Institute pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Braille Institute employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Braille Institute. This rating has improved by 11% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Braille Institute?

57% of Braille Institute employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Braille Institute 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Braille Institute?

Instructor (5) , Administrative Assistant (2) , Occupational Therapist (2) , Volunteer (2)

What are the pros of working at Braille Institute according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits." ((in 6 reviews)); "Amazing people!!! Creative." ((in 4 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Braille Institute according to real employee reviews?

"low pay, quiet, no company party" ((in 8 reviews)); "The "old Braille," personal and familial, has been replaced by a cold, bureaucratic leadership bent on trimming the fat even if it cuts into the bone." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Braille Institute layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Braille Institute layoffs and their outlook for job security at Braille Institute in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Braille Institute locations?

Los Angeles , Anaheim , Huntington Beach , Cathedral City , Rancho Mirage , San Diego , Santa Barbara , Coachella Valley

Braille Institute reviews

3.4

57% would recommend to a friend

(46 total reviews)

Jim Kales

87% approve of CEO

53% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Work/Life balance

3.4

Culture & values

3.0

Compensation and benefits

3.0

Career opportunities

2.8

Senior management

Braille Institute has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 46 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Braille Institute employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Nonprofit & NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

46 reviews

5.0

Jan 28, 2026

Forward Momentum

Fundraising

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

1) Even when you are in an admin role, being around people being helped in real, tangible ways every day makes you feel good. 2) Really good 403b match compared to other NGOs I've worked at 3) New employee resource groups around blindness and neurodiversity 4) I've worked for a ton of nonprofit organizations. This is the first time I've seen a strategic plan that is both aggressive, yet realistic. 5) Because we don't get federal dollars, we have not felt the turmoil other nonprofits have gone though. This is a very steady organization.

Cons

The organization is going through some long-overdue changes to bring us up to date and that can be hard. Some of the senior staff were let go recently, which didn't always land well. As a result, I think some of my colleagues feel it. Since most of that happened as part of phase I of a new strategic plan, I'm hoping things settle down and time will heal all, but we'll see.

Braille Institute Response

4mo

Thank you for your positive feedback! We appreciate you and feel free to reach out to People and Culture if you have any questions. rmwilliams@brailleinstitute.org

5.0

Sep 22, 2025

Working at Braille Institute

Certified occupational therapy assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Braille is a top-notch company to work for with a good compensation and benefits package. One of my favorite aspects is the culture. One of the best in that regard that I have ever experienced in a workplace. Everyone is so friendly and kind. They also take great pride in their employees and promote career development so that everyone can be the best they can be. The Occupational Therapy staff are all very helpful and it is all about being a team - even if your workplace is miles away from each other. I feel appreciated and supported and consider this job an amazing opportunity.

Cons

I do not have any cons at this time.

Braille Institute Response

4mo

Thank you for your positive feedback! We appreciate you and feel free to reach out to People and Culture if you have any questions. rmwilliams@brailleinstitute.org

5.0

Aug 19, 2025

Greatest Comeback Story

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The Braille Institute is in the middle of a powerful transformation. Under the leadership of our CEO, Jim Kales, the organization is expanding, innovating, and moving with purpose. There’s a renewed focus on excellence, accountability, and mission-driven service. It’s a place where you can grow, be heard, and truly make an impact in people’s lives.

Cons

Some in higher positions still operate from outdated mindsets and resist change. This slows momentum at times, but the culture is shifting.

Braille Institute Response

10mo

Thank you for your positive feedback! We appreciate you and feel free to reach out to People and Culture if you have any questions.

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