Does Kumon pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Kumon employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Kumon. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Kumon?

73% of Kumon employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Kumon 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Kumon?

Tutor (1350) , Teaching Assistant (634) , Math Tutor (418) , Instructor (341) , Grader (283) , Teacher (232) , Academic Tutor (170) , Center Assistant (126) , Grader/Tutor (113) , Administrative Assistant (109) , Student Grader (107) , Classroom Assistant (106) , Assistant (105) , Auxiliar Administrativo (97) , Assistant Instructor (94)

What are the pros of working at Kumon according to real employee reviews?

"Flexible hours allow you to create your own schedule and facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers always leaves you with a feeling of accomplishment" ((in 524 reviews)); "Most of the staff was friendly and accessible" ((in 167 reviews)); "Great environment and people; helping kids is extremely rewarding" ((in 165 reviews)); "good work environment and after 3pm job" ((in 152 reviews)); "Fun and great coworkers." ((in 151 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Kumon according to real employee reviews?

"the pay is low so it's not a long term field to be in unless you become a owner" ((in 1025 reviews)); "Minimum wage and does not increase by experience" ((in 144 reviews)); "Low salary and not widely recognised" ((in 133 reviews)); "Manager was strict and always told me off for talking to students because I wanted them to be on" ((in 95 reviews)); "You need to be business savvy as Kumon does no training on the business side of things." ((in 82 reviews))

What are employees saying about Kumon layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Kumon layoffs and their outlook for job security at Kumon in 2026.

Kumon reviews

3.9

73% would recommend to a friend

(8,008 total reviews)

Hidenori Ikegami

87% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

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Kumon has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 8,008 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Kumon employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Educación industry (3.7 stars).

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8K reviews

5.0

Jan 9, 2013

Kumon North America is a great company to work for!

Associate

Recommend

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Pros

Kumon is a great company that appreciates their employees. Senior management is easy to approach, and they truly value the opinions and suggestions of others. Compensation and benefits are generous compared to what other employers may offer. There is ample room for growth both within your position and the company as well.

Cons

No real complaints, or bad things to say about the company at all.

4.0

Jan 9, 2013

My experience as a member of the KUMON family can best be described as fulfilling and a blessing.

Prepress operator

Recommend

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Pros

Stress free environment Opportunity to grow both mentally and career-wise Great support staff Family friendly Phenomenal benefits package Travel Given challenges to grow in my career Not micro-managed A company that cares about it appearance A company that cares about it impact on the environment A company that cares about its employees A company that listens being able to see the impact that I have on my company able to make contributions outside my everyday job responsibilities able to make contributions to the community open communication

Cons

Communication can always be better, both positive and negative feedback Having to start over in my career at the very bottom, but maintain faith that things will improve with my continued performance

5.0

Jan 9, 2013

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Printing operations manager

Recommend

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Great Benefits and Perks Including: - Health - Dental - Vision -401k with very generous company matching program - Short term disability coverage - Long term disability coverage - Group Term Life Insurance - Paid time off for maternity/paternity leave - Monitary gift for birth of a child - Paid time off for marriage - Monitary gift for getting married - Length of Service Award Program - Employee Hardship Loan Program - Employee Assistance Program - Generous Holiday Bonus - Yearly Bonus - Tuition Reinbursement Program - 21 Paid Holidays - Extremely Generous Amount of Vacation Time Given Relaxed work atmosphere Family friendly (plenty of time off to be with family) Company is in business for a great cause (educating children) Employees are given avenues to express ideas, opinions and concerns Good salary compensation A felling that the employees are valued and cared for

Cons

Brand awareness could be stronger

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