Lots of bureaucracy, experience varies based on school - Anonymous employee Houston ISD Employee Review

4.0
Feb 21, 2016
Anonymous employee
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Pros

- Location - Opportunity for salary raises and bonuses - Opportunity for promotion within school, but this depends on the school - Cost of living in Houston is low, and salary is appropriate

Cons

- Very high-stakes testing driven - Lots of staff turnover in specific schools - High rate of TFA teachers - Many teachers leave for KIPP, Yes Prep, or other charters - Experience just really varies by school.

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Cons

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3.0
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Pros

-Love working with the students in HISD -Most coworkers are amazing and passionate about providing access to post-secondary options to all students

Cons

-Instruction from higher up in HISD is often inconsistent, and they deliver expectations and news VERY last minute -There's a lot of disorganization due to being understaffed as everyone is being stretched thin -Isn't room to grow pay-wise in this role; I have to change roles in order to get a salary increase.

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