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I had so many coworkers that were helpful and supportive to me adjusting when I first began the job. We had a very set routine and everyone was very fast at taking initiative in our duties, including myself. Lunch and a short snack period was provided everyday, and myself and coworkers were generous to each other in bringing shareable snacks ourselves. My manager and supervisor were very understandable in terms of my duties as an employee and how very approachable if I had any issues. I became accustomed to making my own lesson plans for swim instruction, I was prepared for any medical situations, I learned to assess and encourage campers in the daily activities, as well as provide a safe environment for them.

I mean the work itself was fairly easy, there was the occasional challenging kid who did not want to be there but other than that it was okay. It pays based on experience and since I was going in with 3 years the money was good. However, it really drove me away when cliques and favoritism started among my manager and coworkers. Along with the almost complete dismissal of a tragedy that happened. I would recommend it if you're looking for good money and are okay with being an "outcast" 

You would think cooking for kids would be a pain, not at Harker. With a vast food budget these people take their food seriously. We made food from many different cultures using local ingredients and limiting our food waste. Prior kitchen experience is a necessity this is no collection of cafeteria ladies, these are trained industry professionals from all over the world. they know what their doing and each bring a different set of skills and mindset to the job. It was a great experience and I highly recommend it.

I taught in the middle school program.  I had ~72 students divided between 5 classes.  The curriculum was well-mapped by the department but I had as much flexibility as I wanted to design content for moving through it.  Teachers and staff were incredibly friendly and supported one another.  Students were respectful and insightful.  Time commitment could be a bit heavy during the school year (like any teaching job): I worked 7:30 to 4 most days and had to bring home grading probably one out of three weekends.  

Working with students is always a rewarding profession, but at some point in your time here you will find yourself asking why do I keep giving this school everything I've got when they're utterly unwilling to reciprocate a fraction of that loyalty. They are quick to remind you how replaceable you are the minute you challenge admin decisions (which are often questionable pedagogy) The institution claims to be a school but is really a business first and will rarely support the educators when they entitled parents complain that their children are not getting A+ grades. 

Typical day at work would be preparing foods, cleaning, doing the inventory and having a fun lunch with co-workers. Every now and then the Executive Chef would go to from one campus to another to make sure that everything is in order. If we have a problem we can talk to the Executive Chef and he'll give us straightforward answers. People are fun to be with and very helpful to new interns. The hardest part of the job would be lifting huge boxes from the store room to the kitchen. Most enjoyable part of the job is definitely cooking and preparing foods and desserts.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The community is the best. The environment is welcoming and the pay and perks are definitely competitive and reasonable.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
If you're not one that is structured or innovative, you will struggle.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Happy and healthy environment and the culture is supportive.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
You come in with a smile and leave with a smile. Its doesn't feel like a job, its like a hobby. Something you enjoy doing.

As a substitute, my first years were good and I appreciated being called 2-3 times a week. On my 5th year I was being called pretty much everyday. Several teachers would request me, especially the PE Teachers, and also the Spanish teachers. The students also enjoyed having me as their sub, perhaps because they remember me from their elementary school days. Harker is a K-12 school and it is separated in 3 campuses.
It was sad to have to say goodbye, since we are moving to Texas.

You will truly love the students and the passion that it takes to work there. Coworkers there are some of the most amazing people and friendly environment. Super safe campus with security and the front desk staff are always super welcoming and friendly. It’s the management that will get you and it’s unbearable. Majority of the staff leaves within a year or two due to management. I’ve seen people quit on the spot because of them. 

*provide grounds keeping of school class rooms, rest rooms, offices 

*being a school I have learn the goods and the bad of how to treat any issue depending on the nationality

*no hard part of my work environment I like my job

*what I like about work is that staff and students treat me as one more of their team and that they appreciate what I do for them as a employee of Harker

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
School teacher 8 salaries reported	$100,000 per year
Security officer 15 salaries reported	$27.00 per hour
Teacher 3 salaries reported	$48.33 per hour
Mathematics teacher 1 salary reported	$60.00 per hour
Head of school 6 salaries reported	$25.50 per hour

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