Best teacher salary in the nation (when compared with cost of living) - Teacher Houston ISD Employee Review

4.0
Sep 26, 2009
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Pros

Salary---Salary and Salary. The ASPIRE program is both a pro and a con. You can earn a huge bonus but it is not quite fair.

Cons

Principals are chosen based on who they know. Upper management is beyond stupid--nepotism runs crazy. Good employes are not recognized enough..there is no pride about working for HISD--people will put you down for being a public school teacher.

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5.0
Mar 4, 2026
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Pros

Time management cool job sometimes

Cons

The kids are bad af

4.0
Jul 2, 2026
Recommend
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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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