Not enough support for teachers - Teacher KIPP DC Employee Review

3.0
20 Mar 2019
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Pros

Great compensation, and amazing co-workers that will go out of their way to support you.

Cons

Administration is not supportive with behaviors in the classroom. Students will disrupt the learning environment and be sent back 5 minutes later to do the same thing. The hours are very long and it is hard to have a life outside of work. Also there is not enough personnel in the building to support teachers. If someone is out and there is no sub to cover, admin will divide classes up and give other teachers 10 extra students to add to the already large class sizes. It can be very difficult to get a 2 minute bathroom break because you are in the classroom all day without support.

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5.0
9 Feb 2026
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Pros

In my years at KIPP DC, I've always worked with the absolute best, most committed people across all roles and levels of the organization. The team cares deeply about students and the mission. There are ample resources, development opportunities, and opportunities to innovate.

Cons

The work is challenging and requires a significant commitment from staff. Expectations are high across the team.

3.0
22 Apr 2026
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Pros

This is a supportive and mission-driven workplace where employees genuinely care about the people they serve. There is a strong sense of purpose in the work, and team members are collaborative and dedicated.

Cons

At the same time, there can be a lack of clarity around role expectations. Responsibilities assigned by leadership may shift or expand over time, which can make it difficult to maintain a consistent workload. While this can provide opportunities to grow and take on new challenges, it can also lead to imbalance if not clearly defined. Compensation and role alignment could also be improved. As responsibilities evolve, there is not always a clear structure in place to ensure that pay and expectations remain aligned. Greater transparency in this area would help build trust and long-term satisfaction.

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