Announcements
Dissertation Award Winner!
Congratulations to Niraj A. Wagh (Ed.D. ’22) for earning the 2023 Outstanding Dissertation Award from Bellwether College Consortium! While at the University of Florida, he received the Barbara Keener (Ed.D. ‘76) Dissertation Research Fund, which supports the work of doctoral students focused on the study of community and state colleges. Niraj will be celebrated at the 2023 Community College Futures Assembly held 2/26-28 in San Antonio.
Community Impact Funding – Brown Center for Leadership & Service
Undergraduate or graduate students are invited to apply for funding for civic or community-based initiatives that address a critical need in the Gainesville community. Funding of up to $2,000 support student-led engagement projects within Alachua County where students engage with community partners, staff, and/faculty. Projects should be designed in partnership with the community, founded in a mutually beneficial relationship that support positive change in the community. Apply here by March 24: https://leadershipandservice.ufl.edu/community-engagement-microgrants/
UF Survey Opportunity: Parental Incarceration Study (paid opportunity)
To better understand the support needs of youth who have experienced parental incarceration, our research group is looking for UF students to participate in a focus group and survey about their experiences with parental incarceration. The focus group will be led by a young adult who has also experienced parental incarceration, and you’ll receive $50 for participating. To participate, you MUST have, or had in the past, an incarcerated parent or family member. If interested, click here to learn more and see if you’re eligible. You can also contact Dr. Michelle Abraczinskas at 352-273-3519 or mabraczinskas@ufl.edu, or Erin Vines at erinvines@ufl.edu to learn more about the opportunity.
Events
- The Careers in the Public Sector Fair
Date: March 1, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Reitz Union, Grand Ballroom
*RSVP Here*
- Santa Rosa County School District Job Fair
Date: March 25
Location: Bennett C. Russell Elementary School
*REGISTER HERE*
Employment and Internship Opportunities
Takoma Children’s School
Description: Takoma Children’s School serves children 2 to 5 years old. It is a year round private school with inclusive classrooms.
Application: Current job openings are posted on indeed. Job inquiries can be sent to Cassandra@takomachildren.org. https://www.takomachildren.org
P.K. Yonge Positions
Description: P.K. Yonge is hiring! P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School, affiliated with the College of Education at the University of Florida, is a public school established in 1934 with the mission to design, test, and disseminate best practices in K-12 education through serving a diverse student community. P.K. Yonge faculty serves approximately 1250 students each year and, in partnership with faculty at the UF College of Education, strive to design and test innovative teaching solutions to meet the needs of all learners.
P.K. Yonge boasts a warm community atmosphere that fosters deep and impactful relationships with students and families over many years. Teachers work closely in collaborative environments that promote open discussion about innovative ideas and translating emerging theories and research into classroom practice. With greater professional autonomy, P.K. Yonge teachers enjoy curricular flexibility and engage in research in their own classrooms. To ensure the success of P.K. Yonge’s mission, the school seeks teachers who find research and investigation inspiring, who value the ability to reach outside the bounds of the classroom, and who are open to sharing outcomes on a broader scale.
There are countless opportunities for growth and professional development at P.K. Yonge. Teachers are fully supported to explore and learn within their subject areas, encouraged to present and attend national conferences, and inspired to continue to refine and improve their current practices. As an employee of the University of Florida, teachers have the ability to participate in the university promotion process — which has the potential to lead to higher rank and salary. P.K. Yonge teachers have full access to UF benefits. Additionally, teachers are afforded the use of the UF tuition assistance program to pursue advanced degrees at the University of Florida. For more details about UF benefits, visit www.hr.ufl.edu/benefits. P.K. Yonge DRS is an Affirmative Action/EEO Employer.
Available Positions: To view all positions and apply, visit P.K. Yonge’s website here.
- INSTRUCTOR/PKY – 6th – 12th Grade Computer Science Instructor
- INSTRUCTOR/PKY – 6th-12th Grade Mathematics Instructor
- Administrative Support Assistant III
- Custodial Worker II, PK Yonge
- Custodial Worker II, PK Yonge
- OPS School Bus Driver – P.K. Yonge DRS
Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Assistant Director Amy Neal at aneal@pky.ufl.edu.
B’nai Israel Community Day School
Description: Please see the flyer below for full job details.
Application: To apply, please contact Day School Director Cara Axelrad at cara@bnaiisraelcds.org or call 352-376-1508.
Program Coordinator - Summer Health Education Program
Description: The Summer Health Education Program (SHPEP) is looking for looking for a program coordinator. SHPEP is an immersive six-week summer enrichment program hosted by the UF HSC colleges for pre-health students from disadvantaged backgrounds interested in pursuing a career in the health sciences. The program consists of academic enrichment, career exploration, networking opportunities, research and lab experiences and so much more. It is two weeks on-line and four weeks on campus.
The program coordinator is an ideal position for someone starting out in their career – with interests in student affairs, academic advising and program planning. What will be high valued in an applicant is a welcoming personality, excellent organization skills, detail oriented, creative, a problem solver, critical thinker and quick on their feet (adaptable). There are also responsibilities associated with the College of Dentistry’s Office of Student Advocacy and Inclusion.
Application: To apply, please visit: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/525730/educationtraining-spec-ii
Akwaaba Freedom School
Description: Akwaaba Freedom School is Hiring! The mission of our Akwaaba Freedom Schools programs is to boost student motivations to read, generate more positive attitudes toward learning, increase self-esteem and connect the needs of children and families to the resources of their communities. The program serves children in grades kindergarten through twelfth for six to eight weeks. The activity based Integrated Reading Curriculum (IRC), which is aligned to the Common Core State Standards, integrates reading, conflict resolution, and social action, and is designed to promote social, cultural, and historical awareness.
Akwaaba Freedom School Information Session: Wednesday March 1st from 6:00PM-7:00PM EST. Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc50mZ3Rd1R5clcq1t-qmNfoDxdxJqi2QjmVFMzmcb8cpS9Lw/viewform
Application: Want to learn more about the program or apply for a leadership position, check out our website at https://education.ufl.edu/akwaaba-freedom-school/
Akwaaba Freedom School
Description: Akwaaba Freedom School is Hiring! The mission of our Akwaaba Freedom Schools programs is to boost student motivations to read, generate more positive attitudes toward learning, increase self-esteem and connect the needs of children and families to the resources of their communities. The program serves children in grades kindergarten through twelfth for six to eight weeks. The activity based Integrated Reading Curriculum (IRC), which is aligned to the Common Core State Standards, integrates reading, conflict resolution, and social action, and is designed to promote social, cultural, and historical awareness.
Akwaaba Freedom School Information Session: Wednesday March 1st from 6:00PM-7:00PM EST. Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc50mZ3Rd1R5clcq1t-qmNfoDxdxJqi2QjmVFMzmcb8cpS9Lw/viewform
Application: Want to learn more about the program or apply for a leadership position, check out our website at https://education.ufl.edu/akwaaba-freedom-school/
Undergraduate Degree Director - University of Virginia
Description: The Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education (CISE) at the UVA School of Education and Human Development seeks applicants for an experienced teacher educator to serve as the Undergraduate Degree Director within the Teacher Education program.
CISE offers three undergraduate programs – Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education – to support students seeking their initial teaching license. We seek a candidate who is enthusiastic about helping to shape the program’s culture and practices and who can adapt through a process of continuous improvement to meet students’ needs. A commitment to creating environments and programs which support the inclusion and achievement of students from of all backgrounds and identities is vital. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills to be effective in building relationships with faculty, academic departments, and partners across the school.
Reporting to the Director of Teacher Education, the Undergraduate Degree Director will be responsible for addressing the diverse needs of students, including internal and external transfer students. The Undergraduate Degree Director will collaborate with partners across the school to develop relationships, provide academic advising, and foster community engagement. Duties will include the day-to-day operations of the undergraduate programs, as well as leading continuous improvement initiatives to support student outcomes.
Responsibilities Include:
- Teach core teacher education coursework, including methods, internship, and seminar courses.
- Engage faculty in a continuous review of the undergraduate curriculum scope and sequence.
- Maintain program materials, including Canvas sites and advising documents.
- Collaborate with graduate degree directors to develop pathways for undergraduate students to pursue advanced studies.
- Collaborate in the design and execution of program evaluations to support continuous improvement
- Oversee undergraduate advising, serving as the advisor for undergraduate students.
- Oversee undergraduate progress monitoring by engaging with course instructors and other student support personnel. Collaborate with Student Affairs to identify resources and supports for students.
- Partner with faculty and staff on Performance Improvement Plan development and implementation, providing support to students as needed.
- Run cohort meetings, including orientations and programming for enrolled students. Develop asynchronous content to supplement synchronous sessions.
Minimum Requirements:
Education: Master’s Degree Required. Bachelor’s Degree and relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of Master’s Degree.
Experience: Four years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Terminal degree (or ABD) in teaching and learning, curriculum and instruction, education, or a related field
- Relevant professional experience in advising, curriculum development, and/or program implementation and evaluation
- Demonstrated commitment to equity and belonging
- Strong communication, collaboration and computer skills
- Experience teaching and working in a higher education setting
- Experience designing curricular materials, including scope and sequence documents
- Experience implementing new initiatives and evaluating those initiatives
Application: To apply, please visit https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UVAJobs/details/Undergraduate-Degree-Director_R0044763?fbclid=IwAR0VVCIzaNmRkXcPD5krVn_qYHBLFe8yYgiJxADI45uyQeVPS3yY62JMqKA
Harn Museum of Art Summer Internships
Description: Open to all majors! Intern at your art museum! Summer internships at the Harn Museum of Art are open to all majors to provide professional experience, growth opportunities, and guidance from museum staff. Internships are available in several museum departments, including Curatorial, Development, Education and Registration. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2023.
Application: Interested candidates can find instructions, applications, and project descriptions at www.harn.ufl.edu/intern. Questions? Contact the Intern Coordinator at register@harn.ufl.edu
Services and Volunteer Opportunities
Florida Literacy Coalition Volunteers
Description: The Florida Literacy Coalition, in collaboration with adult education programs throughout Florida, will be offering classes via Zoom during regularly scheduled times throughout the week. Instructors commit to the following:
1) Leading an intermediate-level distance learning class of up to 20 adult English language learners for one 90-minute class per week for 8 weeks. You will be paired with a co-teacher.
2) Using free online materials.
3) Attending one mandatory instructor training session
4) Participating in three instructor meet-ups during the semester.
How to Volunteer: To volunteer please contact the ESOL Project Coordinator, Dana Williams, at williamsd@floridaliteracy.org.
STEM Volunteers at Howard Bishop Middle School
Tutoring and Childcare
Vida Springs Church Childcare
Description: See the flyer below for full details.
Application: To apply, scan the above QR code.