Is ESS a good company to work for?

ESS has an overall rating of 3.7 out of 5, based on over 1,847 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months. 65% of employees would recommend working at ESS to a friend and 50% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about ESS have been left by employees working as Teacher , Subsitute Teacher and Building Substitute Teacher .

Does ESS pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, ESS employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at ESS. This rating has decreased by 7% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at ESS?

65% of ESS employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated ESS 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at ESS?

Substitute Teacher (981) , Paraprofessional (90) , Long Term Substitute Teacher (33) , Teacher (28) , Special Education Paraprofessional (25) , Subsitute Teacher (24) , Substitute (20) , Recruiter (18) , Certified Substitute Teacher (17) , Account Manager (16) , Building Substitute Teacher (16) , Substitute Paraprofessional (14) , Substitute/Guest Teacher (9) , District Manager (7) , Teacher Assistant (6)

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

"Scheduling is flexible and easy to work with" ((in 100 reviews)); "Job is good when you want a flexible schedule." ((in 76 reviews)); "Flexible hours You know your pay upfront Paid every other week pick up assignments suddenly or ahead of time" ((in 46 reviews)); "Also great people to work with in the school system" ((in 20 reviews)); "Flexibility is great and the change everyday is great" ((in 16 reviews))

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

"The pay is low but this is why the company has a lot of partnered schools" ((in 278 reviews)); "No benefits unless you want your entire paycheck to go towards the benefit plan they offer." ((in 89 reviews)); "No training for Special Needs." ((in 29 reviews)); "Poor communication and support" ((in 25 reviews)); "They will tell you your salary at 40hrs and expect 60/70 hour work weeks." ((in 18 reviews))

What ESS locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Greenville , San Antonio , Ludowici , Columbia , Orem , Vineland , Hillsboro , Tampa , Houston , Little Rock

ESS reviews

3.7

65% would recommend to a friend

(1,481 total reviews)

Buddy Helton

59% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.7

Diversity & inclusion

3.3

Culture & values

3.1

Senior management

3.1

Career opportunities

2.7

Compensation and benefits

ESS has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,481 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The ESS employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Human Resources & Staffing industry (3.8 stars).

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Reviews by job title

1K reviews

1.0

Jan 22, 2026

Don't do it

Substitute teacher

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Developing high blood pressure Walking on eggshells High anxiety Always wondering if today will be the day you get fired Company threatening your job

Cons

You will get written up for nepharious reasons. Infractions will be embellished to fit an HR narrative based on a subjective opinion. Anyone from teachers, admin and students can literally make up anything they want about you and you will be terminated with no investigation. Everything you do or say gets turned into an HR file complete with labeling words to make you look bad. You cannot trust anyone, do not be fooled. HR is never on your side. For this reason I don't believe there is a shortage of subs. They're out there. It's petty people in power positions that are making it the way it is. Micromanagement at its best. Add this to the shi$show of what education has become

ESS Response

4mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate you providing your perspective and understand how important communication and trust are in the workplace. We are continually working to make improvements whenever possible.

5.0

Jan 6, 2026

Good experience in classroom

Substitute teacher k-12

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexibility with how you pick up and schedule assignments.

Cons

I can’t think of any negative experiences. Been there approx 2 years and completed approx 100 sub assignments

ESS Response

4mo

We appreciate you sharing your input with us! It’s great to hear. We’re fortunate to have you as a part of our team!

3.0

Dec 21, 2025

Hours cut

Paraprofessional

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

As a permanent substitute you stay at permanent location, set schedule, positive school culture

Cons

Once you accept a permanent position, they cut your hours without warning. Computer Lab position requires extensive knowledge of lesson planning, classroom management, lesson preparation, flexibility. Not paid your worth if you have a teaching degree and/or GA teaching certificate. Benefits are very expensive for minimum coverage.

ESS Response

4mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to provide your perspective. We are continually working to make improvements whenever possible.

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