Great for Extra Income - Terrible for Career Growth - Anonymous employee J Prep Employee Review

2.0
Sep 21, 2023
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Great pay, flexible schedule, and understanding regarding emergencies and coverage.

Cons

Some managers are very unapproachable (to the point that they will even ignore you when you speak to them) — the friendly managers are rarely seen in-person as they are at other company locations, so the workplace environment depends on where you are assigned to work. Also, those same unapproachable managers are very quick to make assumptions in decision-making. If you choose to work there, be VERY CAREFUL what you disclose because it may be used against you. Also, there are very little opportunities for growth within the company.

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3.0
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Pros

The students are great. Many nice co-workers. Very reasonable working hours and half-decent pay for the industry.

Cons

Management can be very nit-picky and there is a very inconsistent enforcement of rules (generally very minor ones) which is very frustrating to experience. Lack of job security for foreign staff. Generally, Japanese staff are on permanent contracts. Foreign staff are not.

1.0
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Pros

Good hourly pay with flexible scheduling.

Cons

Horrible trainers, almost no support. Students look exhausted.

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