NOT A PRESCHOOL, BUT DAYCARE - Early Preschool Teacher/Daycare La Petite Academy Employee Review

1.0
Apr 20, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

I have to put 20 words here so the only pro I can think of is that you get enough time of a break that you can leave.

Cons

You'd think that the children would be pros, however, since they're constantly being 'bumped' from class to class their poor minds cannot adapt as quickly therefor they act out in defiance and get punished because they either get bumped back an age group where they are bored or bumped up an age group where they have no idea what's going on. The teachers are constantly talking about each other and have no problem 'throwing you under the bus' for something you did not do but they refuse to take responsibility for themselves. They do not give you instructions of what you are supposed to do, because it is DHR regulated, you can only have so many children in an area per one adult which makes it absolutely difficult to get anything done for a child that needs additional attention (hurt, a bumped up 2 year old that needs a diaper changed in a 4 year old room, etc.). It is not a preschool to teach kindergarten, it is a daycare. Children cannot learn what they need when they are constantly being shifted. Children need routine and structure, this is anything but chaotic. And just for anyone who thinks they're being hired for a specific age group/teacher, think again, they will put you where they want you even when they asked you directly which age group can you not do and you specifically tell them, they'll just ignore you.

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Pros

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Cons

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Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you had a positive experience and appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Wishing you all the best!
2.0
Jul 25, 2026
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Pros

The kids and families are amazing. It’s so rewarding to go into work and watch a baby learn to walk or a toddler begin to learn their colors and know that I had a part in that. Watching the kids grow and learn was the absolute best part of the job.

Cons

There were a lot of safety concerns. Staff were not all held to the same standard and children were getting hurt because some staff were allowed to slack while others weren’t. I was both parent and staff. My concerns about safety were brushed off by my admin and the district as well. There was favoritism and a lack of training. The pay is also very low. The CEO has never been on the classroom side of childcare and that tells you everything you need to know.

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