If you're thinking of teaching and have worked in industry, come in with very low expectations - Anonymous employee Houston ISD Employee Review

2.0
Mar 9, 2017
Anonymous employee
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Pros

short (official) work day (7-3pm); principal is great!

Cons

the expectation is that you spend many MANY hours of your personal free time doing PD and school-related activities.

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5.0
Oct 6, 2025
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Pros

holidays and summers off pays well hours are good

Cons

if you are not certified by a certain time you have to switch jobs

3.0
Jul 8, 2026
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Pros

Pays more than most districts. There is possibility of growth or movement every year.

Cons

Too many changes at times. When you have a good administration, they are shipped to other schools to help, but your school has to rest and start over with a leadership.

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