I have had a negative experience; however, if you're at a school with a good principal that could be different. - Anonymous employee Houston ISD Employee Review

1.0
23 Dec 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Good pay Depends on principal Lots of great teachers working in district

Cons

Schools run by independent principals... if you have a bad one you are out of luck. Poor administrative support

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Cons

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Pros

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Cons

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