The Goddard School Employee Reviews about "low pay"
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(490 total reviews)
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Return to all Reviews- 4.0Dec 5, 2017Lead Teacher, PrekindergartenFormer Employee, more than 3 yearsCave Creek, AZ
Pros
It is a lot of fun being around the kids and helping them grow. You daily get to impact kids lives.
Cons
Pay is really low and there is not a lot of room to move anywhere.
- 5.0Sep 2, 2022Assistant TeacherFormer Employee, more than 1 yearSwedesboro, NJ
Pros
Amazing team, support from bosses, get the opportunity to work with great families
Cons
Good pay for the industry but overall too low of a wage to live off of without being dependent on someone else
- 4.0Jan 31, 2013Co-Lead TeacherFormer Employee, more than 3 years
Pros
The Owner, Director and established cirriculum were all excellent resources. I really felt like I had an advocate in my wing should any problems arise. There is a very clear concise program so you are always aware of where you stand in terms of job performance. The company is very organized and easy to navigate.
Cons
The pay is extremely low for the amount of time and effort required to do an excellent job. I found myself putting in a lot of hours of work 'off the clock'. As with any pre-school job it is important to be aware that you do not get burnt out.
- 2.0Feb 21, 2021Preschool Lead TeacherFormer Employee, more than 5 yearsCobb, GA
Pros
If you like children its a plus
Cons
The pay is low and they want to work you hard with little concern for you
- 5.0Mar 17, 2017Lead TeacherCurrent Employee, more than 3 years
Pros
I love most of my coworkers. Management has changed and shifted and each person is professional. The former Director is now the owner and on-site daily.
Cons
Pay could always be better in this industry but Goddard is competitive with other schools in the area. Time off is strict but good for those who do want to come to work everyday. Holds the others that do not accountable.
- 1.0Aug 20, 2021Lead Toddler TeacherFormer Employee, less than 1 year
Pros
Working with children Smiling with children Learning with children Having a lunch break of an hour Reading to children and them learning
Cons
The gossip between teachers and with the administrators is unbelievable. Often times you are up and off the floor with the kids. You are sitting on the floor in the toddler rooms, and you are bending constantly. I had severe back pain. The pay at 13$ hourly is horrible for the amount of work and teaching children!
1 - 1.0Nov 4, 2020Lead TeacherFormer Employee, less than 1 year
Pros
Watching the growth of the kids
Cons
Extremely poor pay, poor management, disconnect between employees and directors. 6 hour shifts with no breaks. Management takes advantage of teachers wanting the best for their kids by putting too much on them for the pay. Often have to work extra hours last minute to cover shifts
- 4.0Jan 3, 2015Anonymous EmployeeFormer Employee
Pros
Working with amazing staff and being included in some management decisions. There were very dedicated families which kept the team motivated and willing to strive farther. Set working hours and aside from floaters/breakers a set classroom. The classrooms are kept with new and up to date play things that are age appropriate. The management makes a huge effort to have very fun activities set. Very bright and lively atmosphere. The food being served was health conscious and very delicious. Management does its best to make sure classrooms and teachers are well taken care of.
Cons
You are told you would receive benefits and paid leave, but that is only for salaried employees. This would not be a problem but since they don't really make any one salary its a little difficult. Pay is very low which is surprising because it is extremely expensive to send a child there. The staff is not subject to any raises and if they do acquire a raise, it is small, and usually the last they get. The management has very poor communicational skills between themselves and the staff creating confusion.
- 2.0Mar 1, 2021Lead TeacherFormer Employee, more than 3 yearsAvon, IN
Pros
Working with children can be very fun and rewarding.
Cons
The pay is a slap in the face for how much work and stress are poured out on a daily basis. The corporate offices seem to care more about silly frivolous rules rather than whether the children are actually having fun and learning.
- 5.0Jan 28, 2016Anonymous EmployeeCurrent Employee, more than 3 years
Pros
The level of quality that I see here us unparalleled. The teachers truly care about the children and it really shows.
Cons
As with any job there is a certain level of stress that goes along with caring for children. The pay could be better but we all know that's not why we're in this field.
