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      Flexible, respectful company - Online ESL Teacher EF (Education First) Employee Review

      4.0
      24 Aug 2021
      Online esl teacher
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      The hours are very flexible, and unlike a lot of ESL companies, there aren't fines thrown in for every possible problem. EF never deducts from your earnings. Response time from management is usually pretty quick if there is a problem. Students are great, you can build up a base of regulars. I work with adults, so less stressful than kids, and all lesson materials are provided. Stable company that was highly successful during the pandemic, and unaffected by new Chinese education laws (unlike a lot of other ESL companies).

      Cons

      After you've hit the maximum per hour (which is $13) there are no more raises no matter how good your satisfaction rating or results are. No promotions or growth beyond being a teacher.

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      5.0
      20 May 2026
      Sales and admissions coordinator
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Fun place to work at. Lots of opportunities especially early on in a career.

      Cons

      Sometimes salary is not as competitive as other places in Boston area.

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      EF (Education First) Response
      1mo
      Well this is what it's all about! Early career opportunities while having fun along the way is a big part of what we hope people experience working at EF, and we are happy to hear this in your reflection. Thank you for sharing your note on compensation as well. We review our compensation packages regularly to make sure they align with our industry standards, and we appreciate your perspective on that.
      4.0
      2 June 2026
      Tour leader
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      You get to choose your tour and recruit the students you want to bring. The paid chaperone ratio is 6:1, so it is very manageable. The tours are great and the local experts are wonderful.

      Cons

      Company support is variable. There is high turnover and new consultants are very sales motivated and don't always get the nuances of your school or community group. I have had some WONDERFUL concusltants, but they have always been promoted before I get to work with them again.

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