Unfortunately not a healthy work environment - Anonymous employee Curriculum Advantage Employee Review

Remote work and flexible schedules. The company was already mostly remote before pandemic and is now 100% remote. Because they were already managing remote teams for several years' prior there are a lot of good systems in place for people to feel connected. I haven't met some of my team members in person, but I still feel like part of a team. It's a small company but despite that they offer great benefits and institute unlimited PTO last year. During the pandemic leadership was flexible and empathetic with those of us who had kids learning at home and crazy schedules. They are constantly updating the product and it's rewarding helping teachers and students, especially the past couple of years. The employees genuinely like each and enjoy working together. Even when ideas and strategies are debated, it's clear everyone really just wants what's best for the company and for the customers. Management has been really transparent about wanting to change the company culture the last few years and ask for feedback on how they can improve or grow. Plus, the company is growing so there's a lot of opportunity to have input into your career path within the company. Management is genuinely interested in helping people on their career track even if that track leads them elsewhere.

As much I love working from home, I do miss the opportunity to connect with my co-workers even if it's just monthly. This is a remote first company so if you don't work well at home it's not for you. The company is small and still growing so it's not very competitive in terms of salary. They do offer a lot of other benefits and flexibility because of that, but if it's all about the money for you this probably won't satisfy.

The company culture has evolved to become very collaborative and teamwork-driven. Corporate, development, sales, and implementation share the common goal of making students and teachers happy customers. The company draws people who are passionate about helping customers and improving education through technology. Collaboration is huge. All voices and fresh ideas are welcome. It is not an environment of "we've always done it this way." Leadership is open to improving processes, trying new things (even if means sometimes failing), and pivoting away from inefficient processes. Hard work and valuable contributions earn recognition and promotion. Corporate employees have the ability to work 2 - 3 days a week from home. Everyone embraces open communication even when remote, using chat, web meetings, and other ways to communicate and feel connected with the team. Work-life balance is great. Taking vacation is not an issue and the company provides a paid holiday between Christmas and New Years. It's a small company so you have the ability to take on new projects that help you grow.

Some may find an open office challenging. However, there are plenty of conference rooms and a library if quiet work time is needed. Traffic in the area can be a challenge, but the flexible work schedule and remote days help a lot. As mentioned, it is a small company. There is no room for "this is my job" and "this is yours." To thrive at Classworks, you should be open and willing to contribute where needed and take on projects that are outside your specific role (with guidance and help from the team).