Poor Leadership, Culture, and Pay Issues
Pros
Some schedule flexibility Ability to work on creative projects if left alone
Cons
Pay inconsistencies are a serious issue. Although the rate is listed at $25/hr, hours are often questioned, cut, or not honored. You’re expected to clock in for 20 hours but only given about 10–12 hours of actual work. Fear-based culture. Everyone is afraid of Abid, the owner. He runs the company in a way that discourages feedback or honest communication. Staff constantly feel on edge, afraid to make mistakes or ask for help. No regard for employees’ wellbeing. There's little to no empathy or understanding for life circumstances. If you need support, you’re more likely to be met with silence or dismissal. The centers are not regularly cleaned. It’s clear cleanliness isn’t prioritized, which is disappointing for a space that works with kids. Owner is cheap, and it shows. From underpaying instructors to cutting costs at every corner, it’s obvious the priority is profit over people or quality. No real leadership, structure, or growth. Expectations are vague, support is nonexistent, and you’re left to figure things out alone. It's not a place for long-term professional development.
