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Pasco County Schools

I have been in Pasco for 6 and a half years 
I was able to change positions easily and remain at the same school . Mostly Title 1 schools with very low income and low socioeconomic families. Great special education programs with very dedicated staff who care a great deal about their students education and well being 
Definitely a shift after Covid - student behavior changed dramatically  and there is a large amount of behavior problems and students have no consequences- parents are very demanding and entitled they also think their children do no wrong and it is always staff/teachers faults. There is no accountability for children and their behavior. Behavior can range from disrespect property destruction to severe aggression towards peers and staff. Be prepared to spend a lot of money out of your own pocket because there is no money for materials and parents don’t think they need to buy their children supplies or they can’t afford it. The students have no respect for materials. Children don’t think they have to listen to you and will tell you they don’t have to listen to you and their parents reinforce that mentality. No field trips bell to bell learning no room or ability to engage students with fun activities.or lessons. The state of Florida caters to the Moms for Liberty group and you can be fired for using unapproved books and has sucked all the joy out of teaching.  The parental bill of rights has completely destroyed the educational system and teachers are being set up to fail. Be prepared to use and follow completely scripted curriculum that leaves no room for teacher imagination. Consistent low staff morale all the way around paired with low wages and school start and end times make it nearly impossible to work a 2nd job for extra income. If you help with an after school club or activity it is unpaid and there is very little or no money for materials to support those after school activities (but think of the children!) . Lack of money for materials and be prepared to spend a lot of money out of pocket to the point you are paying to work and teach or not having any materials at all. Little respect for educators from top district personnel and parents. Parents will report you to administration and district for every little thing. There is a union but we are at risk for loosing it due to the state putting in extreme restrictions for us to be able to have a union. There are good kids and those kids who want to learn make your job worthwhile but unfortunately there  are a lot of behavior problems which impede everyone’s ability to learn. Get used to hearing the word “trauma” because that is the excuse for all kids behavior. I have never seen so many kids who have “trauma” starting at pre-k. “Trauma” is the excuse for all kids behavior and there are little no consequences for student behavior which makes it difficult to manage a classroom. Pasco is a very political county and many parents believe teachers are “indoctrinating” their children. Many schools offer a food bank to families and staff. So think about your salary if the schools are offering a food bank to teachers and staff that is pretty sad about the way educators are paid not only in Pasco but the state of Florida. Lots of mandates from the state for educators and many if not all the required course are unpaid and have you work on your own time after school and on weekends even if you already have a Masters degree or more. Even if you have a Masters degree it is a stipend and it comes out to $1.63 more an hour added on to your salary. 

I was hired for the parapro 7.0 BASIC position for one of the new schools in Pasco. 

My day would be filled to the brim with different duties. Filing, delivering packages, crossing guard, washing windows, middle school locker room... If you can think of it, I've probably done it. It is a very demanding job. Most days it leaves me drained and feeling with very little sense of purpose. Other days I feel accomplished. Overall the experience was pretty ok for my first time working at a school. But I am most definitely moving onto bigger and better things. I am ready for something that makes me feel better appreciated and makes me feel like the person I want to be! 

I learned a lot of skills and became a self-sufficient person thanks to this job. I know what I am made of and what I can do! But there were a lot of things about the workplace that needs to improve. Communication is a big one. The school lacks it. But I did really enjoy the bonds I developed with the students! I got to reconnect and get to be the person I never was in middle school. 

What you need to know: (for newbies)
 
You WILL be outside quite a bit! So dressing comfortably is a must. Having the right shoes is important, as they will wear down quickly within the first 5 months. I would cover over 3 miles daily in the first 6 months. You will also be bending, lifting, squatting, kneeling, walking, standing, stooping, and doing a lot with your feet, arms and legs. 
Dressing for the weather is important as well.. as you will find yourself outside in 30F weather and then months later you will be standing in 95F weather with sudden downpours that leave you with wet socks. Always carry a rain coat, multiple layers and extra clothing! 

Also, you're on your own all day. They don't really measure your growth but the work you do with other admins will be a way to observe you. Your personal schedule can and will change at least 6 or 8 times during the school year. Do NOT get comfortable in one spot. Don't be afraid to explore the campus. Be sure to carry sunscreen, lotion, lots of water, snacks, pain medication and other things. Befriend students, parents and coworkers! You will be surprised at how strong these bonds will be. Take advantage of the benefits too! It helps BIG time. If you're younger (in your 20's), do NOT be afraid to fight for yourself and to assert yourself too! You have a voice and deserve respect. And if you are a soft spoken introvert, then I do want to let you know that there is a chance you will become a loud mouth and be able to yell loud enough to get someone's attention several feet away from you. Speak from your diaphragm. The body adjusts!

also... if you're an older adult...
Don't force yourself to be cool, the kids can tell when you do. Just be yourself, be goofy and dorky! Be the kid you always wanted to be! They will appreciate the laid back but stern attitude. It makes them comfortable and makes them feel safer! And don't treat them like a little kid either. Kids aged 5-13 are old enough to have discussions and are more aware of the world around them than you realize. 

Due to working with children, the work day can be unpredictable.  At times the day can go great, but that can quickly change when there is conflict between children. This can be exhausting because it distracts from the overall group from moving on with planned activities and/or academic focus.  However, the opposite of this is the feeling of pride when you see your efforts make a positive difference in a lot of the children's lives. It helps motivate me when I see both their self-esteem and grades improve. 
Keep in mind that this is not a sedentary job. With that being said, I actually like that part of the job since I am not one that likes to sit for long periods of time. 
Unfortunately, management seems to be overwhelmed. So, there is more work load delegated to me.  For example, I am often given more tasks than originally hired to do (some including manager duties and tutoring), and it seems I am contributing more than some co-workers in time, effort, and my own funds to buy items like candy or even materials for projects--which are not reimbursed. I don't mind the extra work when it is recognized and appreciated, but often it ends up being an add on to my work load since I can complete the tasks well.  This makes me feel work is not evenly distributed among my peer staff. So ,considering these factors, the pay is not enough for the type of work I am doing. I could definitely work at other establishments making more money doing similar work. It also makes me frustrated that some staff lacks teamwork, and does not perform their job. It makes the rest of the staff have to put more time in compensating for the lack of help, and  it seems there is not a lot you can change about this part. 
On the flip side, there are also a lot of very nice people , and some do a lot more than asked of them.  They help make the job more enjoyable for me, and some of the reasons why I have not chosen to leave. 

From the superintendent down to the lowliest assistant principal this administration can only be described as dreadfully and hopelessly  incompetent. To begin, let me tell you about our illustrious superintendent. Here is a man who never taught in a public school. Not a single day. A career politician who worked as Florida's Secretary of State, he ended up as the District's top school cop! Once I had the opportunity to spend a few minutes with the clueless leader. That's when I realized how truly unqualified he is. The voters of our district looked at this man's resume and must have been convinced that being a former Secretary of State makes someone uniquely qualified to lead a school district. In my opinion, the most qualified individual to be the Superintendent is the battle-worn veteran teacher, someone who has been entrenched in the everyday ups and downs associated with classroom teaching. What can I say about our school-level administrators? I know there are many dedicated school leaders, it's just that I cannot name any of them at the moment. This District seeks out young recent graduates to school-based administrative positions, and subsequently they find themselves being manipulated by the students. Don't believe me? Just consider where this District stands among others in the State, and that will speak volumes. Don't teach here if you want to be respected and valued as a teacher.

This workplace is more bipolar than a teenage girl. Bus drivers, Mechanics, Office support staff, Teachers are all SEVERELY UNDERPAID. PCSB is one of THE LOWEST paying districts in the state of FL and THEY KNOW IT TOO but when asked about raises, everybody just shrugs their shoulders and passes blame to the next guy. The shop management plays by their own rules and makes adjustments to policies and protocols as they see fit, There is no such thing as accountability even when shown proof. The pay is ATROCIOUS, like stuck back in 2007 before the economy went bad. Forget about career advancement, only if you’re one of them do you even have a chance to be considered. I loved my job and the position I had, I loved working with most of colleagues(minus the bad apples/brown nosers) But due to a change in management (Transportation Supervised resigned) the environment and overall of the company & workers went downhill, rapidly. Too many chiefs, not enough Indians. Nobody is held accountable for anything that’s done, They promote people in manager positions that have ZERO management experience, ZERO clue on how a business is ran & they only care about the people that are like them or that follow their constantly changing rules and policies. 

Pasco schools has gone through many periods of growth, recession, and plateaus. Most schools are productive and engaging to their respective student populations providing highly qualified instruction. Teachers DO care for their students!

School-wise, everything is about image and school grades; less backing to those in the trenches so to speak. Teachers are left out to dry when it comes to student performance and parent involvement. Evaluations (good or bad) and performance are based on favorable friendships or a series of a "gotchas" to those new or not looked upon as favorable; nothing in the middle.

District wise, management is top heavy and less responsive than in previous years. Too many chiefs making decisions their not properly qualified for but are there due to elections or placement based on elected officials decisions.

Overall, not too bad. Lacks in job security from recent legislation and administrative decisions not in the best interest of the students.

The students (high and elementary, their parents) were wonderful, made it a joy to be driving them and getting to know them! 
Most coworkers work as a team and make the days a little easier and humorous. 

You have people who have never driven a bus, nor do they hold a CDL telling you how you should do your job and not caring if traffic laws or school rules (it's your license, with YOUR name, no one else's on it... anyyhing happens, it's on YOU and you only, not the board) are being broken, just as long as the students get to and from school or home. 
You're treated with complete disregard as a human being by the board and those in higher positions (that haven't ever driven either and are so old, they need to retire ... so out of touch with this generation.) 
Only their kids and family members matter and they look out for themselves or what makes them look good-social standings.

Substitute teaching is always challenging, wherever you teach. Pasco County Schools are especially challenging. Compensation is extremely low compared to other states, amounting to $80 per day. The student population is diverse, with many coming from low socio economic backgrounds.
The district Human Resource Service office is efficient and it is very easy to find and accept available assignments. Management efficiency at individual schools varies. Substitute teachers are guests, and some schools are more welcoming and helpful than others. 
So far, I have found the workplace culture to be somewhat negative, given the stress of the job and the low pay. 
The hardest part of the job is managing student behavior and classroom management. 
The most enjoyable part of the job is that the flexibility. You can work as few or as many days you want to, and you can choose what schools and grades you prefer to work with.

I am currently a teacher attempting to supplement my income.
I have worked in retail for over 25 years and have been in education for over 20.
I have been in several management roles and am used to data based decision making.
I have worked in construction as well.
I am a mature, well rounded person looking to make some extra money.

I show up to work early and get my workspace prepared.
I then greet all of my students and co workers with a smile.
I explain and carry out my plan
We review my the post activity results.
I meet with collegues to set a plan for the next week.
I stay late to prepare for the next day.

I learned that preparation pays off.
My management trusts me and helps guide me through the new systems in place
My co workers are outstanding.  We have a common goals and are eager to help each other out.
The hardest part of my job is all of the paperwork.  I have developed a system to get my paperwork done in a timely manner.
The sense of accomplishment by my students is very rewarding.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The Benefits that the School System offers. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The amount of emotional and mental stress that a teacher endures everyday. The pressure from  the ridiculous demands.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
This depends on where you work in the district. You could be working with a great team that collaborates and is compassionate or you could work with a very toxic team that will turn on you at any moment.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
The typical day for me is highly stressful due to the nature of my position. I encounter physical and verbal aggression, moderate to severe behavioral interactions with the students. I teach students with disabilities and adapt my lessons to each of their needs. My hours spent performing my job duties go outside of the paid amount.

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