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The people are friendly, the work is meaningful, the workplace is clean and well-lit.  I have never had a net negative experience with anyone who works here.  I have been called on to improve, which is never easy, but it was done in a respectful and caring way.  I feel that such experiences have made me a better employee and person.

A typical day at work is very focused on achieving my objectives, but also includes brief breaks for informal chats and/or a quick walk.

The facility is big, but my medical scooter is accommodated, which means I can independently get to work and back home, which is important to me. 

I've learned to believe in myself at this job, and to trust others when the quality of the job is on the line, or when I am in over my head with a project.  I've learned that people can work together to get things done, and that, here, at least, people -- the management and my coworkers -- are determined to work together -- to do whatever it takes -- to reach our goals.

Working for Acellus means more because we are creating and maintaining the Acellus Learning System, which means we're helping kids all over the country and all over the world get an education.  The work I do contributes to that, and it means a lot to know that because of me, thousands or maybe even millions of kids will have a better education.  Knowing that inspires me to do my best every single day. That is one of the strong reasons that I love this job.



Working here has been a great experience, especially with the perks that come along with it. The onsite cafeteria provides healthy and delicious food. It's nice not having to stress about packing a lunch or finding healthy options around town. Plus, the free Starbucks coffee is a lifesaver. The office campus is spacious and modern. Having free access to the fitness center is awesome—new equipment and not having to pay for a gym membership is a huge plus. Acellus also offers premium health benefits for employees.

The team is a great bunch; people genuinely seem to care about their work and each other, which makes a difference in the day-to-day. Acellus is big on growth and improvement, which can be motivating, but it also means they keep the bar high for everyone. What’s really rewarding is the work we’re doing for students. As someone who supports parents, I've heard many say that Acellus has changed their student's life for the better. It feels good to know your effort has a direct impact on education and makes the job worth more than a paycheck.

Acellus is one of the best places I’ve worked. Everyday comes with its own challenges given the dynamic nature of being part of a mission for empowering students to learn through the Acellus education platform. I thrive on being challenged and being able to meet the challenges and perform a little beyond what is expected of me.

The environment at Acellus is definitely a Team Spirit environment. The most enjoyable part of the job is seeing the goals and achieving them — the end result is creating a most effective learning system for the kids. And that is what Acellus is all about, from the Upper Management down through the whole organization - the Kids, what we do is for Kids. Having a job which has such a impact on children’s lives is so rewarding.


Acellus has an odd environment that takes you a while to understand. It seems as if everyone here was born here and does not plan on leaving, which feels rather cultish. While I was 100 percent in person, I worked with basically no-one, and was isolated from the rest of the company. There was little motivation to work hard, the PTO was laughable, and the salary was never competitive.

However, the cafeteria had good food and was a good deal. Free Starbucks coffee was also a good deal. They have a gym, although I never used it. I was free to make a lot of decisions in my work, which was beneficial for my growth, but I never felt like this was a company I could stay with. 

Keep in mind this was my experience as a software engineer and I would believe the experience to be much different in different departments. I don't have any regrets about my time with the company, but there were reasons it was short lived.

This is a job that provides little to no training, and turns around to blame you for pitfalls. They will cease to give you projects, and then punish you for underperformance. Do some research into the company and the CEO, as their values are strange and their conception stranger. Mass firings occurred at the whim of the CEO, many for absurd, non-work related reasons. They will pressure you into events they host after hours, that are not compensated, and punish you for not attending. They’ll reel you in with decent pay, cheap lunch, and over friendly demeanor, but most everyone is related to each other to some capacity.  If you take a job there, be prepared to constantly be censoring yourself, and trying to discern who is, and isn’t, safe to talk to. 

I've been really impressed with Acellus. It's a truly rewarding experience to be part of a team creating engaging curriculum for thousands of students across North America.  The team is incredibly supportive and there's a strong sense of camaraderie. There's always a lot on everyone's plates, which can be challenging at times, but it also means there's a ton of opportunity to learn and grow.  While the technology side of things is constantly evolving (which keeps things interesting!), the company is clearly dedicated to ongoing improvement and providing the best possible tools for educators and learners.  Overall, a fantastic place to work for anyone passionate about making a difference in education. Oh, and free Starbucks!


While it is great experience and they offer nice amenities, there are issues with the culture in the company. Many people are related to each other biologically, or through marriage. Yet the topic is strictly forbidden. Key positions are secured by family members making it very difficult to progress in the company. If you keep your head down, do your job, and keep it at that you’ll have a decent time there. There are random purges where they let go of many people in multiple departments, so keep in that in mind if you choose to work there. You are unfortunately very replaceable. I would highly suggest researching the company and its origins heavily, before deciding to work for them. 

I love my job! I’m never not busy, or feel unimportant. There is an amazing comrade throughout the workplace that fosters positive challenges and learning. As a video editor I get to work with top of the line equipment, which help me to master my trade in order to provide the best product possible.

I really love the environment, interacting with my coworkers, and my manager is exceptional! When you don’t fully understand something everyone around you is eager and happy to help. I love the fact that I never have to doubt if what I’m doing matters, as everyone believes in our cause to help children succeed, and getting to see 1st hand the impact I am making really brings me the most satisfaction I’ve every received.

They love you till they don’t. At first you are a superstar, besties with your manager, and known by name by the founder. Then you are terminated for no reason - they do it suddenly, in an ambush fashion, and you are literally pushed out the door. I honestly believe that they didn’t like that I actually was a teacher and know a lot about modern teaching techniques - and THEY sure weren’t familiar with them. It felt like a diploma mill because the lessons were very basic and sometimes incorrect. They say they love teachers, but they don’t. They simply don’t. Why? Because teachers don’t care about the bottom line; we care about the students. Ugh. 

Working at Acellus has been an excellent experience for me. I enjoy the work that I do and feel like I am making a positive impact in the lives of students. Additionally, the workplace culture is excellent! As soon as I started, I was amazed by how kind and welcoming everyone was. They were willing to go out of their way and introduce themselves and answer any of my questions. Now several months in, everyone, including management, is still just as kind and welcoming as they were on my first day. The work-life balance is also great. I don't feel like I have to take my work home with me everyday and work outside of regular hours. Overall, I have really learned a lot at Acellus and am excited to continue my career here.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Developer 1 salary reported	$22.00 per hour
Education specialist 3 salaries reported	$20.00 per hour
Custodian 2 salaries reported	$18.00 per hour
Video editor 7 salaries reported	$18.86 per hour
Groundskeeper 3 salaries reported	$15.00 per hour

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