6 Reviews
Rating Distribution
Rewarding but some equity concerns
Coworkers are kind and patient, and the work with special-needs students is rewarding. Some staff of color reported feeling marginalized, and personal space for staff reflection is limited.
thumb_up Pros
- Kind, patient coworkers
- Rewarding special-needs work
thumb_down Cons
- Reported marginalization of staff of color
- Limited quiet space for staff
Internal politics frustrating
Good communication and holidays/weekends off, but internal politics can be difficult, with concerns raised about who gets promoted into management.
thumb_up Pros
- Holidays and weekends off
- Good communication
thumb_down Cons
- Office politics
- Promotion concerns
Strong team culture
Works with unique students alongside talented, compassionate professionals; administration is supportive and teamwork is described as incredible.
thumb_up Pros
- Incredible teamwork
- Supportive administration
Meaningful special education work
Values helping students with special needs, though curriculum requirements don't always align with individual student needs.
thumb_up Pros
- Meaningful special-needs work
thumb_down Cons
- Curriculum not always individualized
High-need but rewarding
Rewarding when students make behavioral and academic progress, but students exhibit high behavioral needs, making the work demanding.
thumb_up Pros
- Rewarding to see student progress
thumb_down Cons
- High student behavioral needs
Cliquey culture
Work with struggling students is absolutely rewarding, but the culture can feel cliquey and management is sometimes resistant to individual differences.
thumb_up Pros
- Rewarding work with struggling students
thumb_down Cons
- Cliquey culture
- Management resistant to differing approaches