Pay and overall benefits are less than a privately run preschool. Get a job elsewhere - Assistant Director La Petite Academy Employee Review

1.0
Jul 17, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

You have a chance of a good director. However, this varies school to school and has no rhyme or reason.

Cons

1. Extremely low pay 2. Optional benefits for full time are not good 3. Toys and overall features of the school are outdated and old 4. Corporate is constantly adding more for the teacher to do with little training and NO planning time 5. No supply money 6. Excessive paperwork (cost/benefit is out of balance) 7. You end up doing all of the lesson plans on your own time at home 8. Regionally the district manager varies but if you have a bad one, then you are going to hate your job.

Explore other reviews about La Petite Academy

5.0
Jun 27, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Solid pay for experienced teachers, good management, good schedule

Cons

None that come to mind

avatar
La Petite Academy Response
3w
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
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All