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The pay and benefits will lure you into working here. They seem to want what is best for you and the students. However, once you are there, they will bombard you with fake "support" while ignoring things that are serious issues. The district is constantly changing content and programs so that the teachers are always spending time learning new programs. They do not stay with any one program long enough to see if it actually works. Teachers are sent to lots of continuing education, which on the surface is a good thing. However, many of the trainings contridict each other. If you ask for clarification, you are answered in an evasive manner so that no matter what you take from training and apply they can later say you were wrong if it suits them.

If any issues arise with students, the higher ups who actually make the decisions will throw you to the wolves and blame you for things you did not do in order to save themselves. Some students are disrespectful. If a student physically assults you, the district will not support you.

Public education can be stressful, but this is no new fact as many educators get into teaching to make a difference regardless of the low pay for the field. The students are like most students in any district - diverse, active, and love to learn new things. What makes this district unique is the process used to renew teacher contracts. The board has given campus administrators the authority to not offer a teacher a contract for the following school year if he/she is in their first year of employment with the district. There are rounds of meetings. During this time the school culture becomes negative. This process is very different than other districts. There’s no option to work in a different position or a different building. The process is unprofessional with intimidation. First year to veteran teachers are being non-renewed across the district for no REAL reason.  I doubt this was this intent of the Boards institution of this process. If you think you got what it takes to survive the year, then apply, but don’t say you weren’t warned.

Waco high is said to be a place to have opportunities but I seen otherwise the school and people in charge were biased towards certain students those students were given more opportunities and didn't allow other students to really show their full worth I think that's something that needs to be changed , I witnessed unfairness towards students by teachers themselves they wouldnt let students explain a situation and immediately blame them, students being bullied was common I seen it all the time as well as irresponsible teachers losing students work therefore failing the students, I'd hope the school changed in it's biased behavior, and inequality and allow all students have an opportunity to show their worth in order to be able to strive for a better future as well as promote a safer environment for students among other students I'd also like to input that they valued sports and showed off sports achievements more than academic achievements. Sports > academics

I enjoyed working at Waco ISD. Our campus worked together to provide our students with the best education possible. I enjoyed watching the children absorb the material that was presented to them and seeing some of them work with their peers and helping the ones that were having a hard time with certain concepts. The hardest part for me was watching a student struggle to learn a concept that we were working on and to see the frustration on his/her face.  But, I never gave on my kids and made it my mission to do everthing in my power to find the answers to help them to be successful. I think the thing that I enjoyed the most about my job was seeing the smile on a student's face when he/she "got it" and telling me all about it.

I receive and post deposits for approximately (23) campuses, CNS, Transportation,  Maintenance , Technology, & Administration Building. Most days I verify and post between as few as 50 and as many as 500 deposits
I have learned an entirely new computer system, I worked previously in basically the same position but in  healthcare for approximately (20) years and construction for approximately (10) years. Working at a school district rules are different.
Hardest part was learning all of the different federal and state laws regarding school district funds.


I loved working for Waco ISD. I made friends that I will keep for a lifetime working there. If not for some issues at my home residence and family, I would have continued working in Waco. My principals were top notch and I would recommend anyone new to try to apply with them! 
The hardest part of the job was the workload. I was never done with my paperwork, and I kept up on it constantly! My principals were great, but expected top notch work also. It was my first year as a teacher and I learned a ton of information.
The most enjoyable part of the job is working with the children. They are a handful but can be such a blessing. They try to give you their best as long as you give them yours.

Decent salary, great time off from work and extended holidays, no other good benefits to speak of and health insurance had horrible pricing for such a large organization.
Found management to be finger pointers with "who can we blame" mentality rather than leaders and problem solvers. Very political, lots of idle, malicious talk and slander from top to bottom of organization. I observed wasteful spending on administration, lacking up to date technology and talent. Wish the children of Waco had better representation looking out for their education and futures.

If you commit to the Holy Spirit or interested, Waco ISD is a great company to work for as the students are intelligent and yearning to learn from great teachers. Adults all work, collaborate, and learn together for the benefit of the students and everyone's growth in the district and community. Personally have gotten everything and anything I have asked for in regards to supplies, materials, and items to enhance my classroom and learning environment for students. Many schools including the one I am assigned have community partners, there is a lot of support available to employees all you need to do is ask from a place of respect. 

Waco ISD is a fun place to work. I prepare and cook,  food for over 400 students, plus I meet new people everyday. I enjoy talking with the students and hearing some of their experiences.I learn something new everyday from my coworkers and manager, for instance I am learning the register and the paper work of the business.  It is a great atmosphere overall, because we're a great team,and we help each other. The hardest part of the job is lifting and carrying 20 lbs or more. I love working for Waco ISD, it's convenient for me and I like the fact that I am off the holidays and summer.

I went into the classroom of 7th graders with the same laid back attitude I'd always used with high school. Found out very quickly that doesn't work. I went to several workshops on different teaching strategies, learning abilities, learning types, all which helped. The next year, I went in much stricter, had fewer problems and made many phone calls to parents. I LOVED the faculty and couldn't have asked for a better administration.

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