instrument technician

security officer

engineering technician

senior accounting manager

financial reporting manager

I would typically arrive to work at 7:45-8:00 am weekdays as the school day started at 8:30. Once a week we would have a brief team meeting for all teachers to discuss current events. I would then venture to my classroom to review any new emails. I would then gather my prepared lessons and go to the computer lab to wait for my students. I would stand outside my door to greet and monitor students as well as my colleagues along the hallway who stood outside their doors. The students would eventually trickle into the classroom some would respond to my morning greetings others would not. Once the tardy bell rings I would close my door and begin instruction. After I previewed the daily lesson I would allow the kids to being their work as I took attendance, then I would walk around the lab and assist my students with whatever program we were working on that day for that particular class. I learned that classroom management benefitted from preparation and organization. If I kept the students at a workable pace and made sure they understood that their work mattered towards both their education and their grade I was able to keep most students motivated and on task. For other students who had trouble focusing on the work I had to have alternative tasks for them so that they didn't distract others. Entering grading assignments into the computer system or running various errands. My day would continue similar to this as I taught different STEM classes 5 times a day. While I had minimal problems and few incidences of fighting throughout the year I was often called upon to help out my other coworkers to help problem solve or stop physical altercations. The main reason for the undisciplined behaviors that most students developed came from a lack of consequences for bad behavior. As a teacher I was responsible for my classroom and I did what I could to maintain order, outside of my classroom I received no respect and was at times wholeheartedly ignored by the majority of the student body because they knew that no one, their parent, a teacher or principal or staff member could do to hold them accountable. This made for the most frustrating part of the job because I would lose a lot of in class instruction dealing with distractions that came from outside of my classroom. The best part of the job for me was when I had those light bulb moments when I was able to teach a kid something new and I knew I had an impact on their lifelong learning.

I worked initially in a floating position and now as a dedicated rolling equipment operator in the shipping department. The management is very good and will always listen to anything you have to say, but may not always be able to fix certain problems but that is not for lack of trying. My manager is a very reasonable, respectful and genuine individual that is easy to get along with. Supervisors obviously differ between departments but all of them are nice and good at what they do. Few do not put their department first which can cause some of my coworkers to be upset but any problems I’ve encountered were were not the fault of my supervisor or within their power/authority to fix so I don’t have any problems with my supervisor and they make me feel valued and heard as an employee. The insurance is VERY good and they offer a good amount of time off and bonuses. Aside from a few bad examples, the other employees are friendly or otherwise mind their business and don’t cause issues. Managers and HR are friendly and approachable for whatever you may need. Hours are flexible, allowing certain shifts and departments to come in early in order to leave early if needed and overtime is almost always available if you want it. There are many different positions for different skill sets but it is still a warehouse job at the end of the day. The pay is somewhat lacking but overtime can easily supplement that. The only downside is that the busy seasons are very busy and can sometimes last longer than expected and the employees should be payed more



Contract Compliances Services is responsible for reviewing, assigning and monitoring MPS contracts over $55,000.  Our office was charge with assigning requirements Schools' (MPS) Historically Underutilized Businesses, Communities in Need (COIN) and Student Engagement requirements on MPS contracts.  My role as Supplier Diversity Coordinator was to monitor professional services contracts within the department.  Professional services included IT, healthcare, consulting firms, transportation, educational services, and community learning centers.  Community outreach which included networking with the local chamber of commerce, alderman and the mayor was essential to the success of our department.  I enjoyed the outreach aspect the most become it allowed me to move out or my comfort zone and attain a new leadership quality.

Mismanagement on 3rd shift. The immediate supervisor and night manager are a conflict. But over-all good with good intentions.  The leads are extremely territorial. If your not liked by them or get along with them on their terms you are an outcast. You will be singled out. When you bring their behavior to notice your ordeal is treated as a "teaching tool"., instead of taken to HR like it should be. Good people have lost their jobs because of lies told on them by leads or they were targeted by management.  HRs hands are tied in trying to help you because they are unaware of the shenanigans of 3rd shift. Stressful workplace but it is not the job but the people who make it difficult for you to do your job productivity.  As I said territorial and need to be given classes in communication. Problem solving, inclusion of co workers not leads but workers, team building skills are a must and a complete run down of employees handbook.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Working with parents and other employees. There is always something to do at MPS.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Sitting for a long time periods of time and busses not being on time to take students home.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Although my job can be stressful at times it is still a place that I love coming to every day.  The staff is friendly. The parents that I see and talk to on a daily bases are friendly and cooperate and that is because I know the majority of the parents.  There children have been there throughout their school years and some of the parents were students there.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Answering phones, checking on why busses are running late or haven't picked up the children. Making appointments and programming for events.

My employment with SIU School of Medicine was a fun learning experience. I took my skills from working as a Medical Records Clerk as well as a Clinic Clerk, to go on to further my education in a 9 month program to become a Medical Coder. A typical day was enjoyed coming together as coworkers to complete our daily tasks. I learned to open up more with my coworkers and share in the achievements of our daily lives. The managers within SIU always had an open door policy and made sure I as an employee gained the knowledge needed to grow within the company. My coworkers were always dependable and went out of their way to help if necessary. 

The hardest part of my job was not having enough work for the day and the most enjoyable part of the job was working with great people who encouraged me to further my education and career

A typical work day begins between 6:45 and 7:30 in the morning, and can end between 4, 5 p.m.. or later. Although routines are established, no day at work is ever the same. Strategic problem solving and effective communication skills are a must when working with co-workers, parents, students and management.

The most challenging part of the job is single handedly managing a classroom of diverse learners with wide a range of skill levels, abilities, socioeconomic and behavioral needs.

The most enjoyable part of my job is the group of people I work closely with and helping children develop self confidence so that they can achieve their academic goals.

*assisting Family members with correct resources to improve quality of life,  Assisting injured Military members, worked closely with medical team, Chaplain, and Command.
*I learned how to improve my time management skills, caring for 1200+ military members and over 4000+ family members. 
*Great Command- was able to communicate concerns and work together to solve situations. 
*Professional Co-Workers the Marines would make sure I as a civilian was always part of the team.
* having to deal with the loss of our Military members. 
* I loved everything about my position with the Marine Corps.

MPLS Kids is a great program for kids who need care before or after school. During a day at MPLS Kids the students are offered snack, quiet homework and reading time, multiple planned activities, computer lab time on alternating days and free play inside and outside. Coworkers are friendly and communicate well. Mangers are clear on instructions and always available to talk about needs of students and staff. The hardest part of the job is having patience with more difficult students. The best part of the job are release days when the program runs all day and we go on field trips and have themed days or weeks.

What is the best part of working at the company?
I worked for MPS for 37 years. I taught a variety of elementary grades.  I worked at Zablocki Elemntary School> I enjoyed working there and had a hard time retiring because I loved my job. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Paper work, evaluations, district mandates

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
We were like a family! Everyone helped each other and worked as a team!

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
7:30 to 3:30 Teaching a variety of academics. Planning fieldtrips. Collaborating with colleagues.  Supervising a variety of activities.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Instrument technician 13 salaries reported	$37.15 per hour
Security officer 6 salaries reported	$14.50 per hour
Engineering technician 8 salaries reported	$88,438 per year
Senior accounting manager 1 salary reported	$120,000 per year
Financial reporting manager 5 salaries reported	$118,787 per year

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