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DismissThink Together is a non-profit provider of after school programs and education support services in California.
thinktogether.orgRating based on 41 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz
About jobs at Think Together
Pay
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do workers at Think Together get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
45% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
Good jobs pay you for your break time.
You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.
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Only some people get paid when they’re sick
Does Think Together pay people when they’re sick?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
How we know this
58% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.
But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.
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The job rarely spills into unpaid time
Do jobs at Think Together spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
How we know this
32% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.
Why this matters
You should be paid for all the work you do.
A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
How we know this
- 86% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.
Why this matters
We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.
You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do workers at Think Together worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
62% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.
Why this matters
A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.
You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.
Needs improving
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Most people can’t choose their shifts
Do Think Together workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
How we know this
69% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Needs improving
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Hard to change shifts
How easy is it for Think Together workers to change shifts?
Most people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
78% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.
Why this matters
A good job works with your personal life.
It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.
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Can be hard to get time off
How easy is it to get time off at Think Together?
Some people find it hard to get time off.
How we know this
65% of people report it’s hard to get time off.Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.
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Schedules don’t get changed at the last minute
Do Think Together managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
How we know this
33% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.
Why this matters
If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.
Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.
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Most people find it easy to take sick days
How easy is it to take sick days at Think Together?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
How we know this
81% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes.
You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.
A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.
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Most students say it’s good
Is a Think Together job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
88% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and February 2026.
Benefits
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Only some people get separate paid time off for sick days and vacation
At Think Together, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
How we know this
50% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
Getting sick isn’t a vacation.
You shouldn’t have to lose your time off just because you got sick or had a medical emergency.
A good job gives you separate sick days so you can rest and get better without losing your paid time off allowance.
Needs improving
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Part-timers don’t get paid time off
Do part-time workers get paid time off at Think Together?
Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
How we know this
72% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time offBased on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and February 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid time off, no matter if they work full-time or part-time.
At a good job, you deserve all the same benefits, even if you work fewer hours.
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Most people say they can afford the health insurance
Is the health insurance from Think Together affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
How we know this
82% of people say the health insurance costs are okayBased on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs medical care sometimes, but it can be expensive.
A good job should offer health insurance that workers can actually afford.
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Only some people get paid time off
Do people get paid time off at Think Together?
Some people get paid time off from work.
How we know this
57% of people say they don’t get paid time off.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
Everyone needs time to rest and take care of life outside of work.
A good employer offers paid time off so their workers can choose when to have a break or go to appointments without worrying about losing pay.
Workplace
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do people at Think Together feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
35% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
Your boss should treat you with respect.
No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.
If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.
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Most people get breaks without interruption
Do people at Think Together get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
How we know this
80% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed out
Is it stressful to work at Think Together?
Most people feel stressed out here.
How we know this
74% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.
Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at Think Together enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
84% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Think Together recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
43% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Think Together?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
53% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.
Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.
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Only some people get support to advance
Do people get support to advance at Think Together?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
How we know this
In the last year, 53% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
A good job should help you grow, if you want to.
This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.
This helps you build skills and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening
Do people think Think Together’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
88% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
In a good job, the people running the organization should support the workers who do the hands-on work.
To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.
This is extra important when an organization has many different sites.
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Only some people feel well informed by headquarters
Do workers feel well informed about how Think Together is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
59% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Why this matters
A good employer shares news with all its workers.
You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.
Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.
How Think Together ranks
Think Together ranks joint 60th to work for out of education support services.
- 60= Chartwells School Dining Services
- 60= Think Together
- 63= Together For Youth
Rankings are based on Breakroom Ratings for employers with 5 or more Breakroom Quiz responses, accurate as of July 14, 2026.
Think Together job reviews
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Best thing
Seeing students engaging with activities and becoming brighter students
Worst thing
No aids for students who really need help
Report this reviewProgram leader at Think Together, July 2025
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Best thing
Changing the odds for kids
Worst thing
Unpaid work and under appreciated
Report this reviewProgram leader at Think Together, January 2025
Handy to know
How are people paid?
Based on 35 Think Together employees
How much notice do people get of their shifts?
Based on 14 Think Together employees