Don't get trapped - Communications Specialist Houston ISD Employee Review

2.0
May 7, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Getting to work with children, supporting public education and the vacation time... spring break and 2 weeks off for Christmas.

Cons

Every workplace has some sort of dysfunction but HISD tops the chart. The communications team I worked for was not proactive or strategic. Their management style is outdated and they seem to think that intimidation is the only way to get staff members to listen. This resulted in more than 5 team members leaving.

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Cons

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4.0
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Pros

At an EAS school, there is more autonomy. It is not so microamnaged. Free Pre-k for your kids. Available bonus pay through PFP model.

Cons

Not much coaching happening at EAS schools (for a first year teacher that may be difficult). Not all elementary schools have Pre-k so your kid may not attend the school you work at. I am finding out my new salary on THE DAY I RETURN TO WORK. Crazy.

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