Does IDEA Public Schools pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, IDEA Public Schools employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at IDEA Public Schools. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at IDEA Public Schools?

35% of IDEA Public Schools employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated IDEA Public Schools 2.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at IDEA Public Schools?

Teacher (259) , Co-Teacher (44) , English Teacher (42) , Special Education Teacher (25) , Substitute Teacher (22) , Lead Teacher (19) , Educator (14) , Assistant Principal of Instruction (13) , Math Teacher (12) , Testing Coordinator (10) , Assistant Principal (8) , Assistant Principal of Operations (8) , Intern (8) , 21st Century Enrichment Specialist (7) , Co Teacher (7)

What are the pros of working at IDEA Public Schools according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is good and better than similar positions at other schools." ((in 120 reviews)); "Good benefits and lunch for PD" ((in 45 reviews)); "Salary is good but you work on average 70 hours per week" ((in 34 reviews)); "Great "Team and Family" aspect where all teachers work hard on campus for similar goals" ((in 24 reviews)); "Coworkers are great." ((in 21 reviews))

What are the cons of working at IDEA Public Schools according to real employee reviews?

"They lack support or empathy and there’s no work life balance" ((in 95 reviews)); "Not enough support and Long hours" ((in 44 reviews)); "Poor management and use if consistent systems." ((in 24 reviews)); "Teacher to student ratio is 33:1 Long hours After school tutoring and Saturday school are required Salary is comparable to other school districts" ((in 20 reviews)); "Poor communication between lead teams and teachers." ((in 13 reviews))

What are the top reviewed IDEA Public Schools locations?

San Antonio , Austin , Weslaco , Brownsville , Fort Worth , McAllen , El Paso , Edinburg , Houston , Tampa , Mission , Alamo , Baton Rouge , Jacksonville , Cincinnati , San Juan , Rio Grande City , San Benito , Pharr , Midland , Pflugerville , Round Rock , Haltom City , Texas City , New Orleans , Kyle , Donna , Converse , La Joya , Odessa

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2.0

Feb 26, 2017

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Pros

A lot of opportunities for advancement, decent pay, teaching certification not initially required

Cons

I wouldn't wish this job on anyone. The workload is impossible. Work/life balance simply doesn't exist. The amount of hours that you're physically required to be there is hefty (~50 hours per week), and additional work on evenings/weekends is also expected. I never look forward to going to work.

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5.0

Jun 30, 2026

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Pros

The organization is one that is so easy to get behind, and that gets behind their people. Our staffing team is one of the best out there.

Cons

Working in the education world is tough, as you’re normally as a rule trying to do more with less.

2.0

Jul 18, 2026

Teacher

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Pros

Teachers had a positive attitude toward each other and worked as a team. There is extensive training in classroom management at the beginning of the year and clear consequences for students.

Cons

When you interact with HR, you are reminded that you are just a number. They do not treat you as a valuable employee. You are asked to send your questions to emails, and you're not able to get someone on the phone. Their communication is confusing and they are not helpful.

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