Pros
Not as focused on assessments as surrounding counties - you will not give a ridiculous amount of assessments during the year so you can focus on your role. Smaller district with growth potential. Has stopped supplying textbooks and recent adoptions require a lot of prep work for short lessons. Access to a variety of technology tools.
Cons
Lower pay than surrounding counties. Each time you get a raise or a stipend you will be reminded that you should be thankful for it and complaining about extra stress shouldn't occur because after all you received a raise. You do not receive a step increase every year (every other) and pay raises fizzle out after year 23. Amount of work, class sizes, and expectations continually increase. New adoptions/initiative every year with limited professional development (expect to do most professional learning on your own). Depending on your school, you might battle stereotypes and feeling excluded if you do not fit their norm. Know your rights, they will not have your back if you get hurt on the job. Some schools are the epitome of a good ole boys network, it is who you know. Many support roles are given to retired teachers.