Pros
- Great opportunity to teach a foreign language in an immersion setting.
- Working with young children was incredibly rewarding; students were curious, engaged, and full of positive energy.
- Some colleagues were supportive, passionate, and made the work environment better despite organizational challenges.
- Valuable experience in adapting teaching practices to a bilingual, anglophone environment
Cons
- Severe lack of professionalism and communication from the management team.
- Unfulfilled promises regarding working conditions, resources, and support.
- Poor hygiene and maintenance standards in some classrooms.
- Lack of pedagogical leadership — management had little to no background in education.
- Constructive feedback was not welcomed; raising concerns led to defensiveness and tension rather than solutions.
- Little to no structured onboarding, training, or ongoing support for teachers.
- Stressful and toxic environment at times, affecting both work quality and personal well-being.
- High turnover rate among staff due to unsupportive management practices.