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Chicago Public Schools

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Locked In - Teacher Chicago Public Schools Employee Review

3.0
Apr 20, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

-Secure employment -Flexible summers -Teaching youth and connecting with the community

Cons

-Feeling trapped to finish x numbers of years because of the pension -Poor funding and management -Lack of resources and overcrowded schools

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5.0
Dec 9, 2025
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Pros

Flexibility, hands on work with students and family, work life balance.

Cons

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2.0
Jul 23, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great Chicago Communities, students and school staff.

Cons

Low pay and no lunch hour but you get breaks.

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