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3.7

72% would recommend to a friend

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51% positive business outlook

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5.0
Mar 2, 2019

The way of the future :-)

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Pros

Self-employment benefits Flexible hours Pre-made curriculum so your time can be spent in actually teaching Can travel and still work. I've taught from several locations around the country. The technology platform is incredible and gets better every day. Getting to learn about a different culture and share ours. Love the students!!

Cons

Depending on the time zone you are in, the hours can be different than normal working hours. Because you are self-employed, you are not paid for the 'prep time' for classes. This is a little longer upon first beginning teaching because of the learning curve of the lessons and the platform. However, you are self-employed (1099). You will need to look at it through this lens when determining what the company should be doing for you. This learning curve fades as you become more experienced. Don't forget to pay your estimated taxes to your local government, if applicable, throughout the year. You will receive a 1099. They do not take out your taxes for you.

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7y
We’re glad you are enjoying yourself! Thanks for your comments!
2.0
Jan 2, 2019

Make your money, but don't expect much

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Flexible hours. Work from home. Good supplemental income source. Incentive programs. Teaching materials are provided.

Cons

Scary, cult-like atmosphere Parents can maliciously damage your ability to make money. Unfair cancellation policy. Dodgy practices by management. Canned/formulaic responses Racist and xenophobic teaching materials Incentive programs punish popular/established teachers Teaching materials of poor quality. Extremely poor service from IT.

5.0
Dec 13, 2018

Great additional income!

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Work as much or as little as you want to, lots of incentives

Cons

Harsh rules for IT problems or teacher cancellations (even if it’s long enough in advance)

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VIPKid Response
7y
We are honored that you love using our platform! Thank you so much!
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