From Night Custodian to Student Services Assistant: A Scholarship Prep Team Member’s Inspiring Journey Driven by a Passion for Service and Growth

Although she may be new to the role of Student Services Assistant, Marisa Maugaotega is no stranger to the Scholarship Prep organization. Her journey with SP began six years ago when she accepted the Night Custodian position at SPOC’s flagship 17th Street campus. It was in her first year in this role that she discovered her passion for serving others.

Marisa was eventually promoted to Lead Custodian with the opening of the new Grand Avenue campus in Santa Ana. As her responsibilities increased, so did her desire to support on a bigger scale.

“Being a Lead in a new school, I was one of the veterans and depended upon to solve problems and keep going. After adapting to the role, I gained the confidence and passion to serve on a bigger scale. Over the years, I have seen other employees move to new roles within the organization, creating opportunities for others to fill their open positions and explore new possibilities.”

Such an opportunity arose with a vacancy in the Student Services department, the branch of Scholarship Prep’s operations that facilitates the many wraparound supports foundational to our schools’ mission and vision. As the Student Services Assistant, Marisa makes food distribution boxes for our families, restocks rainbow carts that provide essential needs for students throughout the campuses, and maintains a clean and safe space in all our Family Resource Centers.

“Scholarship Prep allowed me to grow into what I was trying to achieve. In my new position, I can still assist students and staff, but now I can give my all to the entire organization across all of our campuses, helping students get their basic needs met. Seeing families and kids smile is amazing!”

When asked what advice she would give other employees looking for new opportunities within the organization, Marisa said, “Never stop learning. As you learn, you grow!”

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Interested in Creating Community Change with Marisa? Visit careers.scholarshipschools.org to learn more about the opportunities that await you here at Scholarship Prep!