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I worked at the American Youth Academy for a few years and, while I gave my best effort, I found the experience increasingly frustrating. I always showed up on time, maintained a positive attitude, and worked hard to prepare engaging lessons for my students. However, the workload was overwhelming, especially as a newer teacher. Instead of receiving support, I was often blamed for student behavior issues beyond my control.

One of the most troubling aspects was the administration’s approach to academic integrity. I was repeatedly pressured to change students' grades to ensure they passed, which went against my values as an educator. Instead of holding students accountable for actions like cheating, teachers were penalized, creating an unfair and discouraging work environment.

Additionally, the school's culture presented challenges. Many students exhibited a sense of entitlement, and discipline was inconsistent. While some students were eager to learn, the lack of proper administrative support made maintaining classroom order difficult. Having worked in Title 1 schools, I was prepared for behavioral challenges, but at AYA, the issue was compounded by a lack of teacher autonomy and a system that seemed more focused on maintaining appearances than genuine education.

Furthermore, despite marketing itself as an Islamic school, I found the environment did not fully align with Islamic values in practice. There were also concerns about financial transparency and the way decisions were made, as the school is run by a board with significant external influence. Teachers had little say in policies, and many felt powerless to advocate for better conditions out of fear for their jobs.

Overall, I was deeply disappointed with my time at AYA. I entered the profession with passion and commitment, but my experience here drained my enthusiasm for teaching. I hope the administration takes steps to create a more supportive and ethical environment for both educators and students.

I recently joined the team at American Youth Academy School and I am genuinely impressed by the dedication and commitment of the entire staff. From the visionary Head of School to the diligent teachers and even the security guards, everyone collaborates seamlessly to ensure a welcoming and efficient start to the academic year.

The school's emphasis on continuous development and advancement is evident in every aspect, they really work hard to do so.

One of the most striking aspects is how deeply they care for each and every student. The commitment to the safety and well-being of the children is great. 

The school's dedication to providing a top-notch Islamic environment is unparalleled, not only in the United States but globally. The integration of Islamic values into the curriculum is seamless, helping students develop a strong understanding of their faith while excelling in their studies.

Moreover, the array of activities offered ensures a well-rounded educational experience. The Physical Education staff, in particular, stands out with their strength and enthusiasm. Their challenging tournaments and engaging activities promote physical fitness and teamwork.

The cleanliness and organization of the school campus reflect the dedication of the staff to create an ideal learning environment. The attention to detail in maintaining the facilities is remarkable and truly enhances the overall experience for both students and staff.

In conclusion, American Youth Academy School is a place where hard work and dedication are evident at every turn. The collaborative effort of the entire team, from leadership to support staff, is admirable. The commitment to Islamic values, and student well-being sets this institution apart as a beacon of learning and growth. It is an honor to be a part of such a remarkable institution, and I am excited to contribute to its mission of shaping future leaders imbued with knowledge and values.

Working at American Youth Academy was a very disappointing experience. While the teachers and the Department of Teaching and Learning are outstanding—deeply committed to students and consistently going above and beyond—the administration is where the school falls short.

The administration fosters a culture of favoritism, giving certain staff members preferential treatment regardless of merit. This has created a toxic work environment where morale is low and many feel undervalued. Even more concerning, there are troubling patterns of discrimination that negatively affect both staff and students, leaving those who don’t “fit in” sidelined or mistreated.

Rather than focusing on collaboration, inclusion, and the overall success of the school, the administration often prioritizes personal agendas and alliances. This undermines progress and stifles the true potential of both staff and students.

On the positive side, the teachers and learning department are incredible. Their dedication, creativity, and commitment to student success stand out—but unfortunately, their efforts are overshadowed by the toxic culture created at the top.

If you are an educator seeking a fair, supportive, and inclusive environment, I would not recommend working here. The administration remains a significant barrier to success, despite the excellence of the teaching staff.

Overall, it was a rough experience at American Youth Academy. The faculty and staff were super friendly, however many teachers were very cliquish.  Professional development and advancement opportunities were few to none, and what was provided was either irrelevant or unhelpful. Administration is extremely "hush hush", and when you try to get answers or have a complaint, it usually goes on deaf ears. There is no job stability at all, and teachers there spent MONTHS wondering if they had a job for the following year. Administration would often tell the faculty and staff one thing, and often do another for reasons unknown. There is a fairly balanced mix of "good" and "bad" kids, but if you have little to no patience for behavioral management or classroom management, you will be in for an incredibly rough year. If you are looking for experience or need to buy yourself a year for whatever, go to AYA.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Had several coworkers who I could collaborate with. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
They are always short staffed and want teachers to use breaks to cover classes.  

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Based on place of origin.  There was  higherarchy that both the staff and students were aware of.  As a non-Muslim I would have known if not told. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I most stuck to the classes I agreed to when hired and occasionally would cover a class. ( Received stipend) However, I  was asked to cover on a daily basis and sometimes several times within a day.  You were unable to relax and work in your class on your planning period because of no teachers to teach classes provide.  They were days when classes had no teacher and administrators were unaware.

It was a very high stressful job. The requirement that they expected does not equal the compensation. Teachers had to give quizzes every other week, Tests every two weeks and projects every quarter. Homework was required to give 3 times a week. As a teacher I had to grade all these works on Saturday spent my whole day doing that the Sunday do the five page lesson plans. You are working 7 days a week. Not to mention the administration don't really care, they will not renew your contract because they want to hired newly graduate college students to keep paying the same low compensation instead of renewing your contract. 

I started off as a receptionist and worked my way up to Registrar. My typical day consisted of first checking emails and reviewing my to-do list. I would update students' records and maintain the high school students' graduation requirements. My biggest tasks during the school year were preparing report cards PK4-12th grade, midterm and final exams for grades 6th-12th, and inputting seniors' courses into the Florida Brights Future scholarship database. The hardest part of my job was making sure teachers turned in their exam copies on time and their grades on time. The most enjoyable part of my job was seeing the students work hard and seeing them graduate.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Teaching my subject.  Pleasant coworkers.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
2/3 of the Administration. Entitled students.  Not being able to teach my subject matter due to religious restrictions.  

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Primarily Islamic/middle eastern culture and all that entails.  Strict, curt, emotionless, not fun.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Dreadful.  My direct administrators were bean-counter middle-management.  The students thought they were all that.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The teachers, students and community. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Lack of professionalism by Head of School and Dean of Students and no HR Department to support staff in their valid concerns. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The work environment and culture are poor. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Stressful on a daily basis. Little support from Head of School.

If there was a lower rating I would put the environment is toxic and the people in there talk about u for no reason the teachers are mean the head of school doesn't speak to u, unorganized, in professional overall would not recommend 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Teacher 1 salary reported	$19.00 per hour
Substitute teacher 3 salaries reported	$17.00 per hour
Librarian 2 salaries reported	$43,000 per year
High school teacher 1 salary reported	$53,750 per year
Bus driver 1 salary reported	$21.50 per hour

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