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I have been working for Making Opportunity Count for seven years and it has been a rich, diverse, supportive, and rewarding learning experience for me. I love the program as a former Head Start parent, and also as a lead teacher. My children attended MOC while I was going back to school to finish my Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. The support and encouragement I received from my sons' teachers and from family service helped me with creating goals which helped me with staying focused on finishing my degree, living up to the mission of making every opportunity count.

During my journey, I have worked at a couple of other schools outside of MOC, and in comparison when it comes to support, MOC provides the best support! Being fresh out of college, having the two coaching programs really helped me grow as a teacher and eliminated any doubts of whether teaching was the right career path for me. I just recently finished my Bachelors Degree concentrating in Children's Learning and Development while working full-time. Seven years in and my passion continues to burn bright and I cannot see myself doing anything else! 

The workplace culture has been a great experience for me. It is a fun, inviting, welcoming atmosphere and it feels like family to me. I have been to many sites, so when we get together for trainings, it feels like a huge family reunion for me. I have learned so much from my coaches, as well as my fellow co-teachers, and of course the children. 

I think sometimes the hardest part of the job is the teacher shortage we are facing. It is not just our agency, but other agencies as well. Reflecting from when I was a new teacher, I think classroom management was one of my biggest challenges, but with the immense support and not giving up, I feel that I have flourished as a teacher and I am so glad I stuck through it when the going got a little tough. Just recently, I was asked by an Early Learning Coach to consider becoming a peer coach! There is room to grow in this company once you get planted here. 

There are many enjoyable parts of the job, such as seeing children hit new milestones. Watching children get those "ah-ha" moments after I have been working with them, truly brings so much joy to my heart! I always show up to work thinking, how am I going to help these children be successful today? I get to celebrate these kiddos wins, and help teach them new skills to be successful. I love  working with the children and families, working alongside an incredible teaching team, and having that additional support from my supervisor and other resources. 

Sometimes I think new hires may feel overwhelmed with all of the paperwork and trainings, but know that it does get easier with time and experience. It is not expected of you to learn all the ropes over night. You can rest in knowing that you can always ask for help and someone will always help you. If you love working with children, this may be the career path for you. MOC will help you to get your certifications if you need them. 

I have learned so much in the seven years I have worked for this agency and I am forever grateful! I highly recommend working for MOC. 

MOC is a great place to work if you care about the wellbeing of this community. Everyone seems to really love their job, are friendly to one another, and seem to want what’s best for their peers. I learned a lot during orientation, felt supported by my team, manager, and leaders, and have been given chances to grow professionally. The team is really the best part of working here, plus a lot of good benefits and very competitive pay for a nonprofit. The only problem is that when politics are what they are, funding and jobs take a hit. Overall I’d recommend to anyone. 

The clients are great and the only reason I worked at this agency for so long. If you want a job that you won’t get fired at, then this is the job for you. Management will back their “favorites” no matter how wrong/inappropriate  they are. Management will bully you into doing/not doing things to fit their desires. Supervisors will talk poorly about their staff with other sites. They do not value their clients. They go through staff so quickly because they don’t know how to treat them. Being unemployed is honestly a better option than working here. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
The diversity. You work with and meet some really wonderful people

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The lack of transparency and communication.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Laid back but overwhelming and stressful

MOC Childcare and Head Start offers many different opportunities for growth and to challenge you in your career.  Try supportive time, I personally love working with people who are passionate about their field. MOC has grown significantly in the past few years, just hoping they can continue their success without losing their morals and mission. 

I truly love working for  a company that values me as a person. The management truly does care about their employees and makes sure that we are doing ok. The benefits are great and the overall work environment truly feels like a family. We work hard to support eachother come to a place that offers great pay and a fun working environment.

not all days are the same but with the recent shut down we have had an abundance of people coming in requiring resources and food pantries as well as just simple assistance or advice

I wanted to express my gratitude for the positive work environment at MOC. In my time here, I've experienced a welcoming atmosphere, strong teamwork, and a commitment to professional growth. The emphasis on work-life balance and dedication to diversity make MOC an outstanding place to work.

This is a fantastic place to work with great colleagues and a truly fulfilling mission.  I feel that the work we do matters and that company leadership is very mindful of that and rewards its employees accordingly.  

Horrible staff to client ratio 
No upper management direction or help zero training 
No communication 
Horrible work environment 
No collaboration 
No one knew their roles or how to do their job 


Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Shelter support worker 52 salaries reported	$22.83 per hour
Lead teacher 13 salaries reported	$29.44 per hour
Shelter case manager 3 salaries reported	$28.84 per hour
Case manager 3 salaries reported	$31.09 per hour
Assistant shelter manager 8 salaries reported	$56,250 per year

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