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Democracy Prep Public Schools

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Democracy Prep Public Schools reviews

2.9

33% would recommend to a friend

(453 total reviews)

Tameka Royal

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27% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.0

Diversity & inclusion

2.9

Compensation and benefits

2.8

Career opportunities

2.6

Culture & values

2.2

Senior management

2.1

Work/Life balance

Democracy Prep Public Schools has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 453 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Democracy Prep Public Schools employee rating is 22% below average for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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453 reviews
1.0
Feb 5, 2015

DP is a joke

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Pros

Truly dedicated staff. Willing to work ridiculous hours to help scholars in any way they can.

Cons

Good ol' boys club. No one listens to the concerns of anyone besides school leaders. Good luck getting any support from HR if you have any issues. Culture of intimidation and harassment and though they will sell you the dream of being supportive they do not want to hear anything contrary to what their beliefs are. No training, told that you're incompetent if you ask for help, nothing you do is good enough or right.... unless they like you and you're friends outside of work. Do yourself a favor and don't believe the hype. Creating a penitentiary setting within the walls of a school only breeds a different type of inmate....

4.0
Mar 8, 2016

Pretty Typical No Excuse Charter School

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Pros

Staff who care New Parental Leave plan Professional development opportunities Decent pay Not afraid to try something new Open to ideas Holidays and summer off

Cons

On your feet most of the day Lunch break isn't guaranteed - most don't have one Can take only 5 days off (including sick days) Very little time for breaks Long hours for teachers and students

3.0
Nov 18, 2015

High Teacher Attrition

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Pros

They have a ton of professional development opportunities. Students have the opportunity to study abroad. They attempt at building solidarity among staff between all of their campuses. They give out teacher appreciation gifts like sneakers, shirts, etc...which is thoughtful but I found it just another way for staff to advertise the school. They equip all teachers with cell phones and laptops.

Cons

They mostly higher fresh out of college, young, staff. They quickly burn them out of whatever energy they have for 2 years and start the hiring process all over again. If you have a family and kids, this is not the place for you. 10-hr days, maternity leave starts off at 3 weeks (which I think is appalling) and mandatory Saturday hours. In my opinion, I believe they overuse the deduction system they have in place to keep kids in line. Kids who already pose challenges don't take it seriously anyway.

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