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?

"Scheduling is flexible and easy to work with" ((in 91 reviews)); "Competitive pay, flexible schedule, some benefits" ((in 89 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 21 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 84 reviews)); "No training for Special Needs." ((in 29 reviews)); "Poor communication and support" ((in 24 reviews)); "To much work for the bad salary" ((in 20 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

Sep 5, 2022

It is okay and is something to do

Substitute teacher

Recommend

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Pros

You are able to work when you want, make your own schedule and take the time off you need to. Planner is usually set up by the teacher and teachers around you can he helpful. Choosing new schools and grades you work at is a bonus, never a dull moment in that respect. There is a simple background check, fingerprinting and you just need a high school diploma (so my BA didn’t matter). There was no formal interview.

Cons

It is low paying. $105 a day (that is peanuts). There is no accountability when it comes to the students (truly you cannot force them to even do their work or stay in their seats). The environment is hostile at times with behavioral problems and no assistance (this is not inner city schools). Teachers who do not leave enough work in the planners to keep students occupied (2 math problems for an hour is not sufficient) A lot of schools are so short handed that you will be seen as a savior but the kids will see you as a doormat.

ESS Response

3y

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us to help us improve! We’re glad to hear how you’ve enjoyed your experience and the flexibility of working with us.

3.0

Sep 2, 2022

Not Enough Pay

Special education paraprofessional

Recommend

CEO approval

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Good / effective communication Opportunities for employment

Cons

Horrible benefits No sick pay / paid time off No upward mobility

ESS Response

3y

We’re sorry to hear that you are not completely satisfied with your experience while employed with us. We are constantly working to make improvements to better our company whenever possible. Thanks for taking the time to give us your feedback.

4.0

Aug 27, 2022

Decent but Lacking

Customer service representative

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Great people to work with

Cons

Low pay hard working environment

ESS Response

3y

We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We’re sorry to hear that you are not completely satisfied with your experience while employed with us. We are constantly working to make improvements to better our company whenever possible.

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