Success Academy Charter Schools Reviews

Pros

As a second year employee of Success, I do not believe there is a more rewarding career or place to develop yourself as an educator. The core of Success Academy is growth and development, but not only for the scholars but for the educators working there. Every Wednesdays teachers engage in professional development and receive feedback daily to improve their instruction. The community throughout the network of... Success, is filled with passionate educators leading the way to make a difference in not only their scholars lives but the entire education reform.

Cons

This job is time intensive, and this is pressure for your class to perform well. My advice is to manage your time wisely and be transparent with your colleagues as well as leadership with how you are doing and what you need help with. This job takes hard work but if you are passionate and dedicated, you can grow into an incredible educator.

Pros

-Great working community -Great place to grow as an educator. Success offers wonderful opportunities for weekly/ daily professional development. -Leadership is committed to making you better every single day. -Competitive pay. - Network cares about overall health of their employees. They offer fitness classes, emergency childcare, and mental health counseling.

Cons

Job is incredibly demanding. In order to work here you must be highly organized, teachable, and ready to implement feedback right away.

Pros

The staff is so friendly to each other and to the children. The environment is a place where kids would rather be in than out. As a teacher you can move up in positions quickly based on your performance and level of dedication. The leader team works hard to make everyone in the building better teachers and give clear feedback to help you grow and help scholars reach their full potential. If you are successful in... this environment, you will be able to teach and work anywhere because you have the organization skills and grit to get things done well.

Cons

There's a high bar of excellence and it may be hard for you to work at a place if you are not comfortable with getting feedback to get better. You have to keep in mind that everything you do is for the children and being prepared and reaching your full potential is the most important.

Advice to Management

None.

Pros

This Job is extremely fulfilling, provides an opportunity to make a real difference by doing hands on work. Everyone I have worked with is passionate about what they do and care deeply about the students and families they work with.

Cons

Communication can sometimes be difficult across such a large network of schools.

Pros

The growth that I have had in the past four years as a teacher surpasses the experience I could have had elsewhere. Success pushes for your development as a teacher, forming you to be the best version of yourself in front of children. That being said, your development also depends on who your school leaders are. However, Success as an organization is quick to make changes, so they will recognize when something is... not working and work towards improving it. Additionally, the benefits you receive are an added plus.

Cons

The work life balance is difficult. We do work long hours and have a lot of expectations as a teacher. As mentioned above, your experience can also vary depending on your school leader. If you cannot handle stress, then teaching will not be the job for you.

Advice to Management

Do not forget your experiences as a teacher when making systems for teachers.

Pros

There are many reasons why I've worked at Success Academy for several years now. The first is the students. Their energy, humor, and intelligence make every day different. Our relationships with the students go beyond just a teacher-student as you advise them in all more than just content. I also love how close me and my colleagues are. Together we work at a fast pace which makes the days fly by. Since we are so... data driven, it is also very satisfying to tangibly see that hard work pay off in test results.

Cons

There is definitely a lot of pressure to perform well. However, utilizing your colleagues and leaders helps a lot. The hours are long and you are on your feet all day. It takes a lot of grit and dedication.

Pros

- Opportunities for advancement - Compensated well - Fast moving, challenging environment - never boring - Consistently trying to improve our processes, lots of ability to be creative - Great benefits

Cons

- Have to do work often outside of normal work hours

Advice to Management

N/A

Pros

Great benefits, people, and experience.

Cons

Long hours if time not managed well.