Anonymous - Anonymous employee Zearn Employee Review

1.0
3 Feb 2017
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

-Working on a product that impacts over a million children -Ability to work remote -Competitive vacation package (two weeks at Christmas, 1 week over the fourth of July, + 10 days off) -401k match

Cons

-No professional development / reviews -No upward mobility (if a senior level position opens, they hire externally) -Raises are few and far between (most employees are denied them with a vague promise to revisit in the future) -ZERO transparency (all company wide decisions are made in secret by top management and then announced – with no explanation – no matter how employees are affected) -Employees are undervalued and micromanaged due to management's general distrust in each employee's skill level -Management constantly changes employees jobs and teams around without consultation or opinion -Workplace in general lacks diversity (pro: many female employees; however, predominantly white) -Extremely classist environment (if you did not go to an Ivy League school then you will undeniably be in a tougher spot than those who did) -Top management chooses favorites and those favorites are quite obvious company wide -Employees can propose ideas/product changes/culture changes, but no one cares or implements -Major retention issues: someone exits almost every month and it is not a large company -Employees are met with intimidation and empty threats if they try to exit company -General disinterest in employees' feelings and happiness at company Overall, company was founded by consultants who try desperately to create a tech environment but fall flat.

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5.0
23 May 2025
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Pros

Zearn has a clear mission centered on improving math learning for students, and that focus shows up in daily work across teams. The student experience is prioritized in decision-making, which distinguishes it from some other edtech companies that focus more heavily on adult stakeholders. The organization is a great fit for people who love math and care about helping others learn it. There's a shared understanding of the importance of math in students’ lives and a commitment to making high-quality learning accessible. Colleagues are smart, thoughtful, and open to collaboration. The culture encourages continuous improvement and cross-functional teamwork, which helps maintain a steady pace of learning and iteration. As someone early in my career, I’ve felt well-supported by my managers. They’ve provided helpful coaching and made space for me to explore areas that align with my interests, and I’ve consistently received guidance and encouragement in advocating for my growth.

Cons

There’s no clearly defined promotion structure, so career advancement depends in part on self-advocacy. However, in my experience, managers have been proactive about offering support and helping identify development opportunities.

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4.0
16 Apr 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Great mission, good work-life balance

Cons

Less collaborative than other places

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