Not as good as it seems (Poland) - Recensione dipendente - English Teacher presso English Wizards

2,0
24 apr 2023
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

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Cheaper because you pay different taxes. This means you MIGHT get a better salary.

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Though you don't pay the same taxes, this means you also don't get the same benefits and security in the country you will be living. They claim to get you jobs however they never got me any jobs. All jobs I had I ultimately had to source myself and so they were not necessary. However, when I was there in Poland, most schools employed through English Wizards so that they wouldn't have to pay additional fees for employing. This means it might be difficult to find without them. But there are similar companies like Twoj startup. I personally would avoid these and try to get employed directly from schools so you can feel comfortable that you are fully employed, paying all taxes and security contributions, and provided pension, health insurance etc. with additional funding from the employer.

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Thanks for adding these points, and we'd love to explain them in more detail, as it seems you might have missed some critical information when going through the journey with English Wizards. When it comes to the different ways one can work in Poland, there are 3 options depending on the passport you hold. We provide this information publicly on our website and our welcome centre here: https://community.englishwizards.org/c/welcome-to-english-wizards/3-visa-pathways-comparison It's true that a lot of schools do prefer the incubator pathway, as the taxes and social security costs in Poland are some of the highest in the world. That being said, we provide access to a database of private schools that are registered with the ministry of education. These schools not only bypass the need for a work permit but also have almost a 100% chance of offering direct employment contracts. Keeping in mind that this means the individual will have a lower take-home pay. When it comes to finding work and jobs. Unless one has paid EW specifically for our placement program (and been accepted), everyone must look for their own work. We do not employ anyone, so you are not considered our employees, but you are our customers! We provide some tools to make this process faster so you don't have to spend as much time as you would alone. Time is money, right? We have 3 different databases for everyone: online/hybrid schools, language centers, & private schools registered with the government. We also have a job board that typically peaks around hiring seasons and our job hut guide, which gives information on the ESL industry in Poland. So, if your mission is purely direct employment, you can achieve this with no problems! Twoj Startup, at last we heard, was involved in a visa scandel in 2023 and has been banned from work permits. This may have changed or will change, but for now, due to their immense size, the customer service is vastly lower than our current partners. If there are any other concerns or topics you'd like further clarification on, let us know!

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5,0
4 mar 2025
Collaboratore esterno anonimo
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

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I had a great experience with English Wizards, even though I ultimately couldn’t make it to Poland due to my visa being refused by the embassy (through no fault of theirs). Despite this setback, they handled everything professionally and even refunded me quickly and without hassle when I informed them of the situation. That alone speaks volumes about their integrity and reliability. • Honest and professional – They don’t make false promises and are upfront about the entire process. • Smooth visa & work permit support – They guided me through every step, making the process as painless as possible. • Quick and fair refunds – When my visa was refused, they processed my refund immediately, no questions asked. • Great communication – They were always available to answer questions and clarify anything I needed. • Strong teacher network – Even though I couldn’t go, I saw firsthand how supportive and engaged their community is.

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No guaranteed visa approval – Obviously, no company can control embassy decisions, so you need to be prepared for that possibility.

1,0
26 nov 2024
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

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That you get to be a part of a community of teachers. VERY helpful to the extent that some of us are taking these jokers to court.

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They don't pay social security (threatening letters from the sent to hundreds of teachers). Constant bullying and gaslighting from members of staff. The owner is a pervert who acts like a pimp. Look on Reddit for endless negative comments.

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