Wednesday Update for January 21, 2015
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Announcements
General Announcements
Kappa Delta Pi (KDPi) – Deadline TODAY, January 21st @ 5pm
Interested in joining one of the Top 10 Honor Societies at the University of Florida? Apply today to be a part of UF’s chapter of Kappa Delta Pi (KDPi), an international honor society for education majors and pre-service teachers. To be eligible to apply for KDPi you must be a sophomore or higher, have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher, have 12 hours in the College of Education completed or currently in progress, and complete the application and recommendation form. Applications can be found on our website https://education.ufl.edu/kappa-delta-pi/. Submit to Norman Hall Student Services (G416). Email ufkdpi@gmail.com with any questions.
Interested in pursuing a career in education? Then come and join the Florida Education Association (FEA) at the University of Florida! In this organization, we incorporate workshops, outreach events and educational activism activities in order to promote unity among future educational leaders. This semester, our focus is on making the transition into the classroom. The workshop dates are as follows:
January 21st – Resume and Interview Tips (8 PM; Norman Terrace Room)
February 18th – Part I – Interpreting Student Data (8 PM; Norman Room 211)
March 18th – Part II – Understanding Teacher Quality Assessments (8 PM; Norman Terrace Room)
April 15th – Spring Social (8 PM; Norman Terrace Room)
ELEMENTARY, SITE, & SPECIAL ED FULL-TIME INTERNS — Wednesday, January 28th
If you are completing your full-time internship this SPRING as an Elementary, SITE, or Special Ed intern, plan to attend the Professional Orientation Seminar on Wednesday, January 28th at the Kirby Smith Board Room. The session will be from 1:30-3:00pm. Two local principals will share information about interviewing and expectations of first-year teachers. Questions will also be answered about certification. For more information, please contact Rebecca Kidwell at rkidwell@coe.ufl.edu.
SAGE Workshop: Preparing a CV & Cover Letter — Thursday, January 29th at 11am in the Terrace Room
Your job search starts now! Learn what to include on your CV, how to display your accomplishments, and strategies of designing a well-composed cover letter. Join us as COE professor Dr. Corinne Manley shares her insight and answers questions on landing the job interview.
Spring 2015 Degree Application — Friday, January 30th @ 5pm
If you will be completing your degree requirements in Spring 2015, applications for award of the degree are being accepted through ISIS under the My Record menu> degree application from the ISIS left menu. The application deadline is January 30th by 5:00pm. Education minors and undergraduate students can stop by the Office of Student Services to complete a graduation check before completing their degree applications. Let us make sure you are set to go! Graduation checks can also be completed by sending a request to studenthelp@coe.ufl.edu.
Exciting ECC News!
ECC will be hosting a fundraiser at Jason’s Deli on Friday, January 30th from 5-10PM. Please come out and enjoy a great meal in support of ECC! Our next workshop will be held February 18th in the Terrace Room at 7PM. We will be having teachers from Alachua County sharing with us how to prepare for the first week of school. Don’t miss out on this helpful information for all future educators! As always, there will be free prizes for everyone and pizza! To stay up to date with all things ECC check out our newly updated website https://education.ufl.edu/ecc and like our page on Facebook – Education College Council at UF!
Call for Undergraduate participation — Study Abroad survey
The UF International Center is conducting a survey of student perceptions of study abroad and is inviting you to participate! Whether or not you have participated in study abroad, your opinion is important to us. If you are currently enrolled at UF and at least 18 years old, we would love to hear from you!
The International Center will use your survey responses to develop new initiatives that encourage student participation in study abroad. To take the survey, go to: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_9HMEtXeMfjvWhXT. If you have questions about the survey, contact Jessica Childers (jchilders@ufic.ufl.edu).
Did you make the Dean’s List?
Calling all College of Education UNDERGRADUATE students that received a 3.75 or higher in Fall 2014! In recognition of your hard work, you have earned your place on the Dean’s List. Congrats! If you would like a formal certificate to celebrate your accomplishment, please email studenthelp@coe.ufl.edu from your Gatorlink address (include your full name and 8-digit UF ID). We will confirm when you can come collect your certificate for your professional portfolio. Keep up the good work and stay gator strong!
SPPS Training Series
The UF Center for Digital Health and Wellness is hosting a Statistical Analysis Software Training Series in the Florida Gym, Room 250. The series will consist of four (4) 3-hour workshops. Please plan to commit to all four (4) sessions as each lesson and in-class project will build on the previous session. Click here for more information or to register. This series will focus on how to use the software for scientific research purposes and each participant should at least have a basic understanding of statistics before signing up. Seating is limited. Please contact Rebeccah Mercado at rebeccahmercado@ufl.edu for further information.
Spring 2015 Commencement ceremonies for the College of Education
Doctoral Degrees: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Thursday, April 30, 7:00pm (assemble at 5:30pm)
Master’s, Specialist, Bachelor Degrees: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Friday, May 1, 7:00pm (assemble at 5:30pm)
For Schedules, Graduation Checklist, and Other Important Dates, visit http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement
Words on Canvas – the Harn Museum’s Writing Competition
The second edition of Words on Canvas, the Harn Museum’s writing competition, is open for submissions! Within every work of art is a story, a life and a spark of inspiration—what will you find?
We’re looking for your art-inspired writing based on a wide selection of works from the Harn’s collections. All UF and Santa Fe students are welcome to submit by the deadline of February 15th. Prose submissions should be under 1,000 words long and poetry should be limited to 30 lines. Entry is simple and free of charge.
If you are a student writer, come see our collections in person! More information on the contest is available at the Harn front desk. To submit or see contest guidelines, check out our website (http://www.harn.ufl.edu/wordsoncanvas), or contact wordsoncanvas@harn.ufl.edu if you have questions.
Florida Alternative Breaks (FAB) Trips
Have you signed up for a trip yet? There is a NEW FREE FAB trip for Animal Welfare from January 30-Feb 1. Click here to learn more. To sign up, visit Peabody 301 any time between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Career Resource Center (CRC) Employer University Webinar Series
This is a great opportunity for our employers to learn about an array of college recruiting topics from establishing internship programs to connecting with experienced Gators. The webinars are one hour online presentations that allow employers to engage with CRC staff and increase the effectiveness of their recruitment strategy. We also address any questions they might have about recruiting on our campus. For more information about the Spring 2015 offerings, please visit www.crc.ufl.edu/employeruniversity.
KOGNITO
The UF Counseling and Wellness Center would like to highlight Kognito, an online resource to help students learn to recognize signs of stress and realistically practice talking to friends about it, with the goal of connecting them with support on campus. UF students are able to do this for FREE through the Counseling and Wellness Center’s home page at www.counseling.ufl.edu where you can click on the “Kognito” logo, or at http://www.counseling.ufl.edu/cwc/kognito-for-students?mID=185. This experience is done at each person’s convenience, and only takes about 30 minutes.
This gives YOU the chance to develop an invaluable set of skills to help friends in distress and, quite possibly, to help prevent suicide. If you need help setting up an account or have any questions, please contact the Kognito Graduate Coordinator, Ashley Jacobs at ashleynjacobs@ufl.edu. Thanks for doing your part in supporting the wellness of our fellow Gators!
Stomp the Swamp for Autism
Stomp the Swamp for Autism is an annual fitness event benefiting UF Center for Autism and Related Disabilities. This year, the 7th annual Stomp the Swamp for Autism will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 10 am at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Please see flyer for additional information.
Attention Graduate Students
The AERA Grants Program is accepting applications to attend the Institute on Statistical Analysis for Education Policy: Causal Analysis Using International Data, with a deadline of Tuesday, February 17, 2015. The Institute will be held May 19-22, 2015 in Washington DC. Click here for further information.
2015 University Women’s Club Scholarships
The University Women’s Club awards scholarships each spring to undergraduate juniors and seniors. All of the monetary awards recognize scholarship, leadership, and service to the university and/or community. This year each award will be $1,000. Applications may be downloaded from the Dean of Students website at www.dso.ufl.edu/home/scholarships/uwc. Deadline is February 27th at 4:30pm.
FREE Membership to first time enrollees – Division 15 (Educational Psychology) of the American Psychological Association
Division 15 is an internationally recognized organization dedicated to advancing the opportunities of their membership and distributing the science of educational psychology to a broad audience. There are numerous Membership Benefits and you do not need to be a member of the American Psychological Association to be a member of Division 15. To join at no cost for your first year, simply visit http://www.apadiv15.org/join.
Opportunities and Employment
Casting Call – Application due Friday, January 23rd
The Lastinger Center for Learning and the Digital Worlds Institute are looking for video guides to appear in an online professional development course. Applicants will audition for a role, and those chosen will receive payment for a one-week commitment (approximately 40 hours) to film at the Digital Worlds Institute. Please see flyer for additional details.
KIPP: Jacksonville Schools On Campus Tuesday, January 27th from 6-8 p.m.!
We are coming to you! This Information Session is for all potential teachers interested in working at KIPP Jacksonville Schools in the 2015-2016 school year. Come learn about our schools, how we’re putting students on a path to and through college, and get a sneak peek at our interview process before the Spring Careers in Education Fair! The session will be held at the Career Resource Center Conference Room and food will be provided so come on time and bring a friend! Please RSVP to the Career Resource Center or email lmartin@kippjax.org with your RSVP. We will be hiring for a variety of elementary teacher positions in addition to some middle school positions.
Change a Life Over Lunch, Be a Take Stock in Children Mentor!
We are looking for great people to mentor 6th- 12th grade students in Alachua County’s middle and high schools. Visit a deserving student at least twice a month during their lunch break. Encourage and help keep them on track to finish school and to reach their goal of attending college. For more information or to request an application, please contact Rachel Evans at 352-955-7390 or via email at evansrb@gm.sbac.edu.
Preschool Director – deadline February 15th
Full-time, 40 hours a week, position at First United Methodist Church, Preschool, Gainesville, FL. This person is the director of a 50-student capacity, full-time, and faith-based Christian preschool in downtown Gainesville, supervising teachers, aides and custodial staff and working with volunteers and the governing board of the school. This person reports to the Senior Pastor of the church and the governing bodies of the church organization. Please see flyer for additional information. Send inquiries to daverill@fumcgnv.org.
Spanish teaching position
Q.I. Roberts Jr-Sr High School is the dedicated academic magnet school for academically-talented students in Putnam County and is located 30 miles from Gainesville and 15 miles from Palatka. Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to mcoleman@my.putnamschools.org
NEED EXTRA MONEY – Data Collection Research Opportunity
Drs. Nicholas Gage and MacSuga-Gage are conducting research in two local elementary schools and are looking for data collectors. Specifically, three to four students are needed to conduct daily discrete observations using an electronic data collection system of teacher and student behaviors. Observations will occur in the mornings and last between 20-45 mins. All data collectors will receive extensive training prior to data collection. The positions are paid hourly at $12/hour. This is a great opportunity for any student interested in learning more about research and earning a few extra bucks. If interested, please email Dr. Gage at gagenicholas@coe.ufl.edu
Help Needed: MAE 5396-FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT MATH
Graduate Assistant needed for Spring 2 MAE 5396. Will assist the instructor as a grader for this online class. The pay is $1500 and the course runs from March 2-April 26. Please contact Rhonda Williams if you are interested, rlwms@coe.ufl.edu
NOW HIRING – Extended Day Enrichment Program
Energetic, knowledgeable people wanted to work with elementary school children doing arts & crafts, sports, Dance and much more in an after school program at various schools. Hours are M,T,Th,F 1:45-5:30 & Wed. 12:30-5:30 PM. Various locations close at 6:00pm. Click here for further information.
Need UF student volunteers
Full-time, 40 hours a week, position to help facilitate affordable, therapeutic yoga for youth (both the little & big ones). Training & supervision provided to interested volunteers, who will (ultimately) receive a great letter of recommendation; if warranted & to help him/her ‘stand out’ amongst graduating peers. Further details.
ESE Teaching Position
Full-time ESE teaching position available at Brooker Elementary. Brooker is a small school just north of Gainesville. The position requires pushing into the classrooms, grades K-5, and maintaining all documentation. Please contact the Principal Deborah Parmenter, parmenter.deborah@mybradford.us, as soon as possible.
St. Pius Catholic School is seeking a long-term sub for second grade from February 23 to April 1. Qualified applicants who have the appropriate Florida certification should send a cover letter and resume to Sister Cynthia Shaffer at principal@stpiusjax.com.
St. Pius Catholic School has an immediate opening for a fifth grade teacher. Qualified applicants who have the appropriate Florida certification should send a cover letter and resume to Sister Dianne Rumschlag at sr.dianne.rumschlag@holyrosaryschooljax.org.
Holy Rosary Catholic School has an immediate opening for fourth teacher. Qualified applicants who have the appropriate Florida certification should send a cover letter and resume to Sister Dianne Rumschlag at sr.dianne.rumschlag@holyrosaryschooljax.org.
Would you like volunteer with international students? Volunteer with us as a Conversation Volunteer through the English Language Institute at UF. No foreign language experience is needed. The program is designed to help students practice English in a friendly setting while meeting Americans and making friends. Volunteers should plan on spending about an hour each week with their partner at a time and location of their mutual choosing. There will also be weekly Monday Mixers where Conversation Volunteers and students can meet and speak informally, and there will be opportunities to volunteer in Language Assistant classes with discussions and activities. Most of these students speak Spanish, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, or Portuguese. We are looking for Spring volunteers. For more information, please message Nicole with your name, email, phone number, gender, and language preferences to ELIConversation@gmail.com. First activity is January 26th!
Hochberg Preparatory School
Immediate third grade position at a private school in Miami, Florida. 15 students in the class. Candidate should be dynamic and innovative. Please send inquiries or resumes directly to jkatz@hochbergprep.com.
Graduate Staff Positions in the Department of Housing & Residence Education
The Department of Housing and Residence Education at the University of Florida is currently seeking applicants for our Graduate staff positions for the 2015-2016 academic year. Come join our warm, welcoming and friendly staff. Side effects of joining our Housing family include: personal growth, fulfilling your potential for excellence, empowerment to learn, innovate and succeed. Our graduate staff members accumulate experiences that allow them to be strong candidates in their future professional and educational endeavors. The deadline for priority consideration is February 10 and campus visits begin February 20. For more information, please visit: http://www.housing.ufl.edu/employment/by-type/grad/.
Babysitting/ Nanny/ Tutoring
UF’s America Reads program is currently hiring tutors for the Spring 2015 semester. America Reads is a Federal Work Study program that provides literacy tutoring to at-risk students in the Gainesville community. Paid positions are available for students enrolled at the University of Florida who are eligible to receive Federal Work Study as a form of financial aid. Tutors must be available at least 2 days per week and for at least six hours per week. Applications can be found on the America Reads website at https://education.ufl.edu/america-reads/. Applications should be submitted via email at read@coe.ufl.edu or in person to the America Reads office, located in G504 Norman Hall (if no one is available in the office, it is acceptable to slide the application under the door). Any further questions concerning the application deadline should be directed to the America Reads staff via email at read@coe.ufl.edu.
Babysitter/Nanny Needed
Looking for a baby sitter/ nanny for two boys 8 and 11 on Tuesday from 5:30-8pm and Wednesday from 4-7pm. Duties would include school pick up from Oakhall school and drive home, helping with HW and serving dinner and tidying up. Occasional grocery shopping and kids laundry would be appreciated too. Please contact Jasleen 408 717 0152.
Afterschool Sitter Needed
Seeking a responsible College of Education student to pick up two children from school 4 days a week and help with homework. Must love kids and be prepared to play, be a non-smoker, have a clean driving history and have own transportation to our house (15/20 minute drive from campus). Hours are 1:30-5:30 p.m. (except early release on Wednesdays). Please contact Laurie at lauriedoody@yahoo.com if interested.
Tutor Needed
Tutor needed to help 7yo with test taking strategies. Bright child who just needs some training in specific strategies and to work more carefully. Specific experience in teaching strategies is preferred. Prices and times negotiable. Please contact kradonov@ufl.edu. Thank you!
Tutor Needed
Tutor needed for 12th grade GHS student needing support for English 2, Spanish 2, and Math for College Readiness. Contact Dena Smith, at 352.224.8330.
Nanny/Babysitters Needed
Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency is seeking nannies and babysitters who have previous child care experience, love kids, and have afternoon availability. Ideal candidates will have availability starting at 2pm M-F. CPR certification and references will be required. Please email info@twinkletoesnanny.com or call 352.538.2012 if interested. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Twinkle Toes team!
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