You have a positive impact on the lives of individuals that truly need help. At times, you feel a great sense of achievement when a students succeed at whatever goal they may have set.
Cons
Supervising staff seem aloof until you know what hits the fan then they can become overbearing. Lack of professional development opportunities. Not much room to advance. Lack of organization across the board.
The M-O BOCES is serious about hiring qualified staff but tight budgets can make it difficult to attract and keep the very best. The work environment is friendly and supportive.
Cons
Many new faces in senior management mean change ahead but too early to tell how the organization will weather tough economic times. Work can be hectic as everyone is asked to do more with less but that seems to be true everywhere.
