Employees at Westlake International School appreciate the professional development opportunities to enhance their teaching skills, as well as the positive environment with a nice view, scenery, and green atmosphere. The benefits, such as accommodation, good pay, medical coverage, and allowances, are also praised. Colleagues are described as friendly, caring, supportive, and professional, fostering a good working culture and a safe environment for learning and growth.
However, there are some potential challenges, such as issues with management, including poor management, micromanaging, lack of respect for employees' time, and not considering employee opinions and suggestions. The workload can be demanding, with long hours, high expectations, and the need to work on weekends or during term holidays. There are also communication challenges between departments, with international students, and a perceived lack of understanding from administrative staff regarding teaching perspectives and student behaviour expectations. Additionally, some employees have noted that the facilities could be improved, such as the need for air-conditioning in classrooms and limited parking in certain locations.