Is ESS a good company to work for?

ESS has an overall rating of 3.7 out of 5, based on over 1,855 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months. 67% of employees would recommend working at ESS to a friend and 52% 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 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at ESS?

67% of ESS employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated ESS 4.1 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 (987) , Paraprofessional (90) , Long Term Substitute Teacher (33) , Teacher (28) , Special Education Paraprofessional (26) , 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?

"Competitive pay, flexible schedule, some benefits" ((in 88 reviews)); "Scheduling is flexible and easy to work with" ((in 85 reviews)); "Flexible hours You know your pay upfront Paid every other week pick up assignments suddenly or ahead of time" ((in 47 reviews)); "Also great people to work with in the school system" ((in 21 reviews)); "Management can be good or bad." ((in 19 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 282 reviews)); "No benefits unless you want your entire paycheck to go towards the benefit plan they offer." ((in 90 reviews)); "No training for Special Needs." ((in 30 reviews)); "Poor communication and support" ((in 25 reviews)); "To much work for the bad salary" ((in 17 reviews))

What are the top reviewed ESS locations?

Cherry Hill , Philadelphia , Jacksonville , Savannah , Elizabeth , Portland , Frisco , Denton , Newark , Atlantic City , Toms River , Little Rock , New Brunswick , Union , Roanoke , Chattanooga , Houston , Englewood , Piscataway , Camden , Hampton , Dallas , Hillsboro , Tampa , Edison , Jersey City , Woodbridge , Burlington , Lehi , Orem

ESS reviews

3.7

67% would recommend to a friend

(485 total reviews)

Buddy Helton

63% approve of CEO

52% positive business outlook

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4.0

Feb 8, 2023

Subbing for ESS

Certified substitute teacher

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

You can work when you want and where you want. The pay is higher than in other districts

Cons

You have to buy access to an app in order to get the good assignments before anyone else.

ESS Response

3y

Thanks for your review! We’re thrilled to hear how you’ve been enjoying your experience as an ESS employee.

4.0

Feb 4, 2023

I only work for ess because of my kids.

Food service worker

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

If you have children whom attend school, then this job fits their school schedule perfectly.

Cons

My only complaints of working for ess is the fact that you don’t get paid for holidays and the hourly pay is lower than the work that’s expected of you.

ESS Response

3y

We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your review! We’re sorry you are not satisfied with the pay. We will continue to work with our partnering districts to influence rate increases when possible.

5.0

Jan 31, 2023

Absolutely love this company. They "hear" you!

Senior regional manager

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Lot's of growth opportunities. It's up to you to move forward.

Cons

Salary positions are great, but you do work lots of hours. Worth it.

ESS Response

3y

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

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