Re: Public school job in Maryland vs. MI charter school job
Posted by: agreed on 6/18/09
I agree, NHA does not pay well, you will not get a good raise
and regardless of extra work, most people are not treated well,
why do you think people work there only to get exp. to work in a
public school. Not all NHA schools are bad but I haven't heard
one good thing about any in Detroit. Also, I used to work for
NHA and I am not a disgruntled employee, I got a job working for
the government and wouldn't look back! Good luck, I would take
the Maryland job, especially if friends were moving with me!
On 6/18/09, JT wrote:
> On 6/18/09, Options in need of advice wrote:
>> I have recently graduated from college and in March, I
>> attended the National Heritage Academy job fair. I had an
>> opportunity to interview for four of their charter schools
>> located in and around Detroit. I hadn't heard back from
>> any of the schools until today.
>>
>> In the meantime, I have been applying and interviewing for
>> jobs in Maryland and Northern Virginia. I recently
>> accepted a job offer in Maryland, which seems absolutely
>> perfect. I would be living my dream of teaching Drama and
>> English and I would be assistant directing the plays. The
>> pay is GREAT, the principal is wonderful, and I am very
>> excited about the opportunity (I would be living with my
>> two friends and my bf is willing to relocate as well).
>>
>> Today, one of the NHA charter schools in Detroit called me
>> for a second interview. I am not sure if I should take
>> this opportunity or not. I am not generally hesitant about
>> moving out of state, but it WOULD be nice to stay close to
>> my family and friends. Plus, my bf would rather stay in MI
>> than relocate (I haven't signed a contract in Maryland yet,
>> so technically I am still available).
>>
>> HERE ARE MY QUESTIONS:
>> Should I go on the second interview?
>>
>> Has anyone worked for NHA, and what has your experience
>> been like?
>>
>> In general, is it better to work in a public school than a
>> charter school (esp one located in Detroit)?
>>
>> Thanks in advance!
> Get out and dont look back....I have worked for NHA for more
> than 5 years and the pay sucks, you have to do tons extra with
> no compensation, and you are constantly reminded that you can
> be replaced at any time...Maryland sounds great!!
