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Cognitive Development Learning Centre

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Not recommended - Teaching Specialist Cognitive Development Learning Centre Employee Review

2.0
Sep 24, 2025
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Pros

Close knitted team that works together

Cons

Everything else from management to the way things are handled

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1.0
Nov 7, 2024
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Pros

Was part of a small team of 3-4 with good camaraderie. Near MRT.

Cons

Turnover rate was extremely and ridiculously high.The only "training" I received were based on youtube videos, of which owner did not show understanding of the content. Only student-centric in name, questionable ethics in my opinion. Owners are not open to feedback and will micromanage.

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Cognitive Development Learning Centre Response
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As we do not know when the writer was employed at Cognitive, we can only respond based on our current practices. Some of these have been in place for years, while others have been implemented more recently. Training and Professional Development: We maintain documented training records, acknowledged by all staff who have completed the sessions. Training for full-time staff includes structured explanations of processes and methodologies. YouTube videos are selectively used as supplementary material to demonstrate evidence-based strategies for managing specific behaviors. These are not the sole form of training but serve as practical visual examples. To enhance learning flexibility, we have invested over $50,000 in developing structured training videos based on staff feedback. These allow employees to progress at their own pace while ensuring consistency in training. Additionally, new staff undergo structured check-ins on the 2nd, 4th, and 7th days of employment, followed by continuous training and performance tracking through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Continuous learning is encouraged through external courses and peer-sharing sessions. Ethical Standards: All staff members sign a commitment to uphold ethical standards, which were developed and approved by senior coaching staff. These standards are reinforced throughout their employment. Additionally, senior staff periodically review CCTV footage to ensure adherence to ethical practices, and any potential concerns are addressed through counseling. To date, we have not encountered any ethical breaches, nor have we received any reports of unethical conduct. If the writer was aware of any questionable practices, we encourage them to have raised such concerns with management at the time, as it would have been their ethical responsibility to do so. Management and Feedback Culture: We acknowledge that new staff require close guidance to ensure both their professional growth and the well-being of our students. Micromanagement, in this context, is a structured support system aimed at equipping staff with the necessary skills to succeed. Leaving new employees without adequate supervision would be irresponsible on our part. Regarding feedback, we conduct weekly feedback and training sessions for all coaching staff, with discussions documented and minuted. Additionally, monthly staff meetings provide an open forum for feedback on organizational matters. These platforms reflect our commitment to continuous improvement and staff engagement. Staff Turnover: Like any organization, Cognitive seeks individuals who are committed to learning and professional development. Our roles provide valuable hands-on experience, but they also require dedication, initiative, and a willingness to actively engage in skill-building. While some employees may find our structured approach unsuitable, we have also had former employees return to Cognitive after gaining external experience, recognizing our commitment to student development. We appreciate constructive feedback, as it allows us to improve. However, we also value accuracy in representing our workplace culture and practices.
1.0
Nov 1, 2023
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Pros

No pros besides exposure to working with children with academic and learning difficulties

Cons

High turnover rate, poor working environment, poor management, unreasonable expectations

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