Is The Stepping Stones Group a good company to work for?

The Stepping Stones Group has an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5, based on over 983 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months. 64% of employees would recommend working at The Stepping Stones Group to a friend and 53% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about The Stepping Stones Group have been left by employees working as Special Education Teacher , Speech Pathologist and Occupational Therapist .

Does The Stepping Stones Group pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, The Stepping Stones Group employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at The Stepping Stones Group. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at The Stepping Stones Group?

64% of The Stepping Stones Group employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated The Stepping Stones Group 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at The Stepping Stones Group?

Speech Language Pathologist (135) , Occupational Therapist (60) , SLP (54) , Paraprofessional (53) , Speech-Language Pathologist (40) , RBT - Registered Behavior Technician (36) , Behavior Technician (32) , School Psychologist (29) , Special Education Teacher (25) , Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) (25) , Special Education Paraprofessional (21) , Career Services Manager (13) , Speech Pathologist (12) , Recruiter (10) , Paraeducator (9)

What are the pros of working at The Stepping Stones Group according to real employee reviews?

"Good pay and do not have to interact with the school to negotiate/set up interviews." ((in 81 reviews)); "Good benefits for a staffing agency as well." ((in 43 reviews)); "Good communication, allowance for supplies and licensing, CF support" ((in 32 reviews)); "A lot of support and great staff on clinical side of things" ((in 27 reviews)); "clinical manager and recruiter." ((in 20 reviews))

What are the cons of working at The Stepping Stones Group according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management" ((in 17 reviews)); "No PTO" ((in 15 reviews)); "Unpaid for time off" ((in 10 reviews)); "No paid holidays" ((in 8 reviews)); "Leadership seems dependent on who you get." ((in 6 reviews))

What are the top reviewed The Stepping Stones Group locations?

Los Angeles , Chicago , Atlanta , San Diego , San Jose , Jacksonville , Sacramento , Denver , Philadelphia , Boston , Dallas , Long Beach , Santa Clarita , San Francisco , Birmingham , Detroit , Austin , Houston , Orange , Pasadena , Baltimore , Fort Lauderdale , Fresno , Bellflower , Mission Viejo , Palmdale , West Chester , Miami , Wilmington , Jersey City

The Stepping Stones Group reviews

3.5

64% would recommend to a friend

(812 total reviews)

Tim Murphy

63% approve of CEO

53% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.6

Culture & values

3.3

Senior management

3.3

Career opportunities

3.2

Compensation and benefits

The Stepping Stones Group has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 812 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The The Stepping Stones Group employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Healthcare industry (3.5 stars).

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Reviews by job title

812 reviews

2.0

Jan 14, 2026

Chaotic- But remote

Recruiter

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Remote work - Could be good pay if you hit goals

Cons

- Unrealistic goals - Management struggles with processes - This job would be really hard to succeed in if you aren't an over achiever - Minimal training or follow up - Not clear path for advancement

The Stepping Stones Group Response

6mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your honesty regarding training, goal expectations, and process changes. These insights are valuable as we continue refining our SOPs, leadership communication, and support structures to better align with team needs at all experience levels.

4.0

Oct 21, 2025

Good Company

Slpa

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

-Team is always available if you have concerns. Communication has gotten better the longer I have worked with them. Communication wasn't that great in the beginning. -Get a pay raise every year -PD Courses avaiable -Wellness and PD Stipends available -I believe they also have mileage reimbursement available if you travel far enough (I do not)

Cons

-no paid holidays -do not accrue PTO (only 5 sick days per year) -health coverage is pretty basic -No Summer placement (although I have tried every single year to get one) -Not always easy to move if this company does not have an outstanding contract with the school you want/posted a job listing. Have not had success when asking them to reach out to schools that I have seen postings that I am interested in

The Stepping Stones Group Response

8mo

Thank you for sharing your thoughtful and detailed feedback! We’re so glad to hear that communication and support from your team have improved over time and that you’ve found value in our PD and wellness stipends. Your comments about paid time off, health coverage, and summer placement opportunities are appreciated — we’ll be sure to share them with our leadership team as we continue evaluating ways to enhance the employee experience.

4.0

Jan 24, 2025

Love Working for SSG

Tele school psych

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company offers great benefits, including comprehensive insurance, W2 employment, and a 401k plan, which provides financial security and peace of mind. I really appreciate the flexibility of working from home, which allows for a better work-life balance. Upper-level management is highly accessible and supportive, always ready to assist when needed. They also maintain excellent communication with the schools, taking care of setting up interviews and resolving any issues on your behalf, which makes the work process much smoother and stress-free.

Cons

One downside of the job is the limited PTO, as we only receive three paid days off. Additionally, since the position is hourly, there is no pay for snow days, hurricane days, or other unexpected closures. While these are challenges, I find that the pros of the job far outweigh them, particularly given my family’s current financial situation. The flexibility and support I receive here are invaluable. However, if my family’s financial needs were to change and I needed to contribute more, I might need to explore other opportunities to ensure greater financial stability.

The Stepping Stones Group Response

1y

Thank you for your detailed feedback! We’re thrilled that you value the flexibility, support, and benefits we offer. We understand that PTO and a 401k match are important factors, and we’ll certainly take your suggestions into account as we look to improve our benefits package. Your insight is truly appreciated, and we’re glad to have you as part of our team!

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