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Steer Clear - Instructor Language Systems International Employee Review

2.0
9 Nov 2023
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Pros

I really loved the students and the other teachers. Most of the students are engaged and excited about learning. The extracurricular activities were fun and interesting. I also liked that LSI has its own curriculum and doesn’t require lesson prep.

Cons

Pay is low but job requires a BA and necessitates finding another job, which means no benefits all around. Quality of curriculum is very low and more about filling time than actually teaching anything productive. Every teacher knows that you can’t structure good classes without planning, and if LSI were willing to take on full-time teachers and actually pay them for prep time, I don’t doubt they’d see higher enrollment. LSI shut down during COVID, causing instructors to lose their jobs, and only hired certain teachers to teach limited online classes during that time. Once they opened back up, they made no effort to contact some of the former staff. Even if they didn’t want to keep the former staff on, it would have been decent to contact employees to let them know that they weren’t being rehired, and it felt like quite a slap in the face to those of us who were discarded after our loyalty to and involvement in the school. At the end of the day, it is a for-profit company and only has its own interests at heart. The other issue is that staff are looked down upon for taking the minimum California state-mandated sick days (3/year) and upper management acts as if it’s unacceptable. I worked there for over three years and never met the owner, as they are not involved at all. If you work here, beware that you mean nothing to this company and they will discard you without a second thought.

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Language Systems International Response
2y
Thank you for providing detailed feedback regarding Language Systems (LSI). We appreciate the opportunity to address the concerns raised by the former employee. • Curriculum: Language Systems' curriculum is of high quality as we have been accredited by ACCET since 2012. Our accrediting agency has consistently acknowledged LSI's strengths in curriculum and teacher training. LSI's curriculum underscores our commitment to providing a robust educational experience. • During COVID-19: During the COVID-19 pandemic, efforts were made to rehire specific teachers for limited online classes during that period. We regret any perception of neglect during the temporary closure due to COVID-19 and its immense challenges for both teachers and students. • After COVID-19: After the pandemic, Language Systems made extensive efforts to reach out repeatedly to all LSI teachers, offering them positions with higher pay and retaining vacation benefits. Many teachers who were not with us during COVID-19 returned to their former LSI teaching positions with their benefits intact. • Sick Leave and Substitute Teachers: It's crucial to note that teachers at LSI are encouraged to take sick days when needed, which is a testament to our commitment to the well-being of our educators, especially after an international pandemic. Our extensive list of substitute teachers ensures the continuity of quality classes when regular teachers need time off. • Compensation and Benefits: While we have acknowledged concerns about compensation, it's important to emphasize that current LSI teachers receive yearly raises based on performance. After one year of service, qualified teachers are entitled to two weeks of paid vacation. Additionally, we offer free professional development and on-site academic support from the Program Coordinator to further the growth of our educators. We appreciate the advice provided and are committed to continuously improving our practices. Since you apparently stopped working for Language Systems several years ago, you have not experienced the changes we have recently made. Recognizing the value of our educators, continuing to invest in our curriculum, and acknowledging the need for sick leave are all issues we have worked hard on to enhance the overall employee experience at Language Systems. We value feedback and are dedicated to creating a positive and supportive environment for both our teachers and students.

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5.0
13 Sept 2023
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Pros

You'll have the chance to meet many new people while enjoying a social work environment.

Cons

It may be difficult to find opportunities for personal and professional growth.

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Language Systems International Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience working with Language Systems International. We're delighted to hear that you found our company to be a great place to work during your 1-2 years as an Administrative Assistant in Torrance, CA. We appreciate your positive comments about the opportunity to meet new people and the enjoyable social work environment. Building connections and fostering a positive atmosphere is important to us, and we're glad to see that reflected in your review. We also acknowledge your feedback about the potential challenges in finding opportunities for personal and professional growth. Your input is valuable, and we take such feedback seriously. We are committed to continuously improving and providing avenues for development. We encourage you to share any specific suggestions you may have to enhance the growth opportunities within our organization. Thank you for your dedication during your time with us, and we wish you continued success in your personal and professional journey.
3.0
22 July 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Good teaching system and class breakdown.

Cons

No room for growth. Lacks diversity.

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Language Systems International Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your recognition of our teaching system and class structure. Your concerns about growth opportunities and diversity are important to us. At Language Systems International, we pride ourselves on having an extremely diverse staff and faculty. Could you please provide more specific details regarding your experience with diversity at our organization? We are committed to creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for all employees and are actively working on strategies to improve career development. Your input will help guide our future efforts.
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