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Staff concerns are not addressed in a manner even close to what most people consider timely. Even when they are "addressed", you will almost always be made to feel that you are doing something wrong. 
You could go to the director and say that a staff member is consistently disrespecting and/or embarrassing other staff in front of children & its likely nothing will be done. Directors play favorites, sometimes to teachers who do absolutely nothing to help their students or co-workers, are always late (up to 2-3 hrs late multiple times), dress inappropriately & constantly engage in gossip that is detrimental to the success of the school & their co-workers. 
Directors often refuse to help you address concerns with other staff, even in extreme cases telling you to handle it on your own. This applies to situations where it is the same staff member being complained about by MULTIPLE co-workers. If the director likes you, you're allowed to do absolutely whatever you want, including breaking rules that other staff are threatened with or given write-ups over.
There is little to no communication on the part of the administration & little to no support for the challenges classrooms are facing on a daily basis. Getting enough supplies for your classroom (to meet the astronomical expectations this company holds in regards to curriculum and environment) is challenging to say the least. You will absolutely be spending your OWN money to meet THEIR expectations. Speaking of money, the wages aren't as competitive as they would like you to think.

Working at Little Sprouts, I loved the philosophy and the friendly atmosphere at certain centers, however, management does not enforce the company's philosophies and work culture at all locations. Yes, management does care about the children but since this daycare has become so "commercialized," it's now more about keeping up with other daycares to bring in the most money. It is hard to stay on top of 22 centers. Some centers are very unprofessional with staff cursing four-letter words while children are present. Others are very professional and friendly where the employees at those centers do not care about the low salary compared to their love for the children. Work-life balance is pretty much non-existent for staff. Sometimes, staff are working 9 hours with no breaks and this can go on for a week or 2. Teachers are expected to produce so much with so little time. They cannot give what they're not given. Certain times, classroom materials need to be bought out of pocket. Management does need to work on balance- invest in teachers instead of buying the "state of the art equipment". These equipment are worthless compared to your staff who sacrifice themselves and family life for the company. I was offered a 15-cent raise in the over-three-years I'd been there.

The overall benefit of working in childcare was building long lasting relationships with the children and their families. They truly appreciate you more than management does. Gossip was and still is a constant problem in this company. There is no confidentiality, lack of communication and lack of professionalism. So many great teachers have left not just because of the pay but because they do not feel appreciated at all by management. When problems occur with employees it is usually swept under the rug. Nothing is done about it. There is also too much favoritism. Certain employees get away with things like not wearing uniform while other employees are put on probation for wearing an extra sweatshirt when it’s freezing out just because it doesn’t have a LS logo on it. Management spends most of their time gossiping instead of helping or even checking in with their employees. Without management’s support employees feel unappreciated. They also want you to put the job before everything, including your mental health. With better management Sprouts would be the best place to work at but they don’t believe in actually caring for or nurturing the children. They are also willing to let dedicated teachers go to hire inexperienced ones and pay them less.

I've found Little Sprouts to be an extremely collaborative company where everyone has a voice. Even myself as a teacher, all my ideas are listened to, some ideas taken and expanded upon, others not, and others taken and twisted into things that worked. The school that I work in is supportive, my colleagues are reliable and honestly we all have a camaraderie and teams-man-ship (I made that word up, but it fits)! I've worked in many day care centers through my life, but feel like I've found a home here. My family at home cares, and this work family at Little Sprouts cares equally as much. I even had personal matters to attend to that were very sensitive - while I could have held it all in, I instead spoke to my director about it, and it opened up options for me by communicating so my personal matters didn't get in the way of work. My job adjusted for me in the time of need, and I returned back just like things always were. I would strongly recommend this organization; they have a heart and have so many little things that add up and count. I love it here, especially if you think of the other centers out there!

When I first started working for little sprouts it was wonderful . 
Now a few years into working here I do not enjoy it .
Management violates everyones privacy by gossiping about certain teachers to other employees in the center.  They do not care about who knows anyone's business.  They have shown text messages and files to other teachers which is a clear privacy violation .
Furthermore I have two children who are enrolled . I have had issues with my payroll several times and each time I was told that although it was THEIR mistake I still owe more money and I should be happy I get an employee discount and if their mistakes are an issue for me I can just pay out of  pocket. WHAT !!!
The workplace culture is toxic . They dont give us the supplies or trainings we need to do our job and throw us under the bus when parents complain . They don't communicate with parents and when parents come to us asking us things we have no idea what they're talking about .
The hardest part of this job is dealing with management and their horrible communication .
The most enjoyable is the kids and the friends I've made working here . In the toddler win we are supportive of eachother and it's makes it easier coming to work.

as a current employee of Little Sprouts Boston, i have had the opportunity of meeting many wonderful parents and adorable children. However, i am not quite sure if their corporate staff is aware of how unprofessional the management of their Boston center actually is. Management if one can call it that,they do not possess the necessary skills to enforce effective management. An example of this would be instead of uplifting and encouraging staff that are an asset to the company, they openly try to force them out.  During the infant and toddlers afternoon nap time, management and some staff can be heard outside of classroom doors talking loudly and laughing with no regard for the children who are napping. Another thing is talking openly about the parents, with staff. so in this regard i give this company a ZERO, unless the Boston management changes it attitude and focuses more on professional management and not friendship management then their ratings for this location will improve.Other, red flags are placing friends in classrooms who are not certified by EEC standards to care for children.

A typical day at work is busy, fast-paced, and full of opportunities to make a positive impact. No two days are exactly the same, and that keeps things interesting. I enjoy working closely with both children and my team, supporting one another through the day’s challenges and celebrating small wins together. I’ve learned a lot about patience, flexibility, and how to effectively communicate with both children and adults. The experience continues to help me grow personally and professionally.

Management has been supportive and approachable, which makes a big difference. I feel like my voice is heard and that my contributions are valued. The workplace culture is warm, team-oriented, and focused on what’s best for the children and families we serve.

The hardest part of the job can be the emotional and physical demands—some days are just tough—but having a strong team around me helps a lot. The most enjoyable part of the job is seeing the growth and joy in the children, knowing I had a part in creating that safe, happy environment.

Overall, I genuinely like my job and the people I work with. It’s a rewarding place to be, and I feel proud to be part of it.

I LOVE working for Little Sprouts.The team of people I work with are amazing and super helpful! A typical work day for me is usually 9-5, which is great as I go to school nights, I have acquired many new skills at Little Sprouts such as gaining insight and knowledge on Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel, as well as many child care and marketing programs. Of course there are occasional stressful days here and there where you need to meet deadlines etc..but I realized working at Little Sprouts it's all about the way you handle it. Taking a few deep breaths goes a long way to calming down and clearing your mind. I feel like the management team here is exceptional. They really go out of their way to say hi and see how your day is going. I also feel as though there is great communication between our corporate office and 22 schools. What I really love most about my current position is that I get to see what goes into making and keeping a school running smoothly. Everyone works so well together to make sure our schools are doing the very best to meet the needs of children and parents.

Working at little sprouts was one of the best decisions i've ever made! I felt so welcomed since the first day I had started working there. I don't regret a single decision i've ever made while working there. It's clean and my boss was very clear and upfront of what she wanted me to do. I loved my relationship with the kiddos! Me being a teacher's assistant has definitely improved my personal life in many ways. I learned how to guide children and learned how to deal with them in a respectful way. I feel like when applying to a job make sure that the job also feeds your mind and soul. I never once felt drained or let down or even stressed at my job because when I had a suggestion or question my boss was very helpful. If i couldn't come into work or had to leave early for a reasonable reason my bosses would help me out with that and didn't leave me with the responsibility of finding someone to cover me. Little sprouts is a family, a happy one. I'm glad I had the opportunity to work there. I'm happy i got my experience there also.

When you feel like you can truly be yourself and are appreciated for who you are, surrounded by people that care about you (both personally and professionally), you know you've found a home. I love working at Little Sprouts and could not imagine working anywhere else. Not only do I get to make a difference in the lives of children and families every day, but I also feel very connected to my team. We share lots of laughs together and we rally together when we need help. There are lots of professional development opportunities at Little Sprouts to help me continue growing. We also get paid snow days! I think the curriculum is incredible and I see the direct impact on my son, who loves his teachers and classroom. I feel so fortunate to have found a team I love in a field that makes such an important impact on my community!

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