Announcing The UF Libraries’ New Library System, Primo!
The UF Libraries recently launched a new library system, Primo! From the UF Libraries Homepage you will now search in Primo for books, journals, articles, technology, and more. This next-generation integrated library system (ILS) leverages cloud-based services and offers a responsive, scalable web and mobile design. This upgrade also expands access to materials and improves the user experience for students, faculty, and staff. All Florida public colleges and universities have upgraded to this system! Here is a page that details some of the Primo features. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a one-on-one research consultation, please send an email to Rachael Elrod (Director of the Education Library) or Brittany Kester (Education Librarian).
Graduate Research Assistant (Fall 2021-Spring 2022)
Description: Desired qualifications/experiences include qualitative research skills, particularly in interview data analysis. Interest in STEM and/or issues of racial equity would be helpful. The GA will work with a research team across education and engineering education to:
Application: Interested students should send a CV and brief letter of interest by email to Dr. Erica McCray (edm@coe.ufl.edu) on or before August 10th.
University Press of Florida Fall Internships
Description: University Press of Florida is seeking interns for the Fall 2021 semester. Our internship program offers students of all majors the opportunity to gain employment experience in the business of book publishing. These positions are ideal for students who enjoy reading and discussing books, who want to gain experience in the publishing business, and who are interested in exploring book publishing as a career.Please note that University Press of Florida internships are being offered this semester as Student OPS and Federal Work Study positions and applications must be submitted through https://jobs.ufl.edu/. Below are brief descriptions of each position and direct links to apply.
Available Positions:
Application: The application deadline is Wednesday, August 11. To apply, please see the available positions above.
St. Patrick Interparish ESE Paraprofessional
Description: St. Patrick Interparish is looking for an ESE Paraprofessional to join their team. Training is provided. No previous experience required but preferred.
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 3:15 pm
Location: St. Patrick Interparish School, 550 NE 6th Avenue, Gainesville, Fl 32601
Duties to include:
Application: To apply, please contact Principal Mr. Frank Mackritis at 352 376-9878.
Gainesville’s After School Program Counselors
Description: Gainesville’s After School Program is seeking counselors for the 2021-2022 academic year and beyond! We are a DCF licensed after-school facility, that also runs full-time during the summer. We provide academic support and recreational activities in a fun, safe, stimulating environment for children ages five and above. We are open 12:30 pm-6:00 pm, Monday-Friday during regular school days according to Alachua County Public Schools Calendar. During the summer, school holidays, and holiday breaks we are open 7:30 am – 6:00 pm. GASP is looking for applicants with a positive attitude and willingness to coordinate structure and FUN with our students!
How to apply: Request an application by emailing gnvasp@gmail.com, or swing by our office with a resume and schedule a pre-interview! Our address is 3536 NW 8th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32605
Contact info: Feel free to reach out with any questions to our director, Megan, at gnvasp@gmail.com or call our office at (352)377-5744
Gainesville Christian Community School Teacher Aide
Description: Gainesville Christian Community School is looking for a teacher’s aide for the 2021-2022 academic year. This would be a part-time position during the school day working with 1st and 3rd graders. Responsibilities include providing support to the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment, assisting in planning and preparation for daily activities, and aiding instructional efforts of the teacher.
Application: Please email tara.iams@gainesvilleccs.org with any questions or to apply.
Lote Tree Academy Co-op Teachers
Description: Lote Tree Academy Co-op is looking for teachers. Lote Tree Academy Co-op is a non-profit homeschool co-op group. We are located on 6 acres of wooded area and open fields with plenty of area for the children to play and explore. Within our program, the children choose either Alachua county eschool or the nationally accredited K12 curriculum. Parents teach afternoon electives and oversee study rooms during academic hours. We have renovated a 3000 sq ft home which serves specifically as a homeschool resource center. There are five study rooms with 4 to 5 students who are similar in grade level (2 grade levels in one room I.e 4th and 5th grade) The students range from Preschool to 9th grade.
Teaching Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Available Positions: 2nd/3rd & 4th/5th Teachers
Responsibilities: Teaching a study room of 4 to 5 students, instructing a small group of students through core classes, organizing and planning student daily schedule, helping students submit their daily online work (when applicable), engaging students in creativity and development, teaching multiage group activities.
Application: To apply, please send your resume to Lotetreeacademy@gmail.com.
Contact: Please contact Lotetreeacademy@gmail.com or Umbreen Jabbar at 618 751 9856.
Williston Middle High School Teachers
Ruth Rains Middle School Teachers
Description: Ruth Rains Middle School is hiring teachers for the upcoming school year!
Available Positions:
Reddick-Coller Elementary School
Description: Reddick-Coller Elementary School in Reddick, FL is looking for people to join their team for the upcoming school year!
Available Positions:
Contact: To apply or for questions, please contact Principal Melissa Cooper at Melicia.Cooper@marion.k12.fl.us
Stepping Stones Preschool Teachers
Description: Stepping Stones is hiring preschool teachers! We primarily need afternoon teachers (12:30-5:30 M-F) and are also looking for a Music and Movement enrichment teacher for morning hours. This position is 2 days a week 8am-12pm for a total of 8 hours/week. Days of the week are flexible.
Application: To apply, email your resume to cfinney@trinitygnv.org. For more information visit trinitygnv.org/preschool.
The School Board of Levy County
USCIS Instructional Systems Specialist
Application: To apply, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/607326400
Contact: For questions, pease contact Human Resources Specialist Amelia Palmer at Amelia.C.Palmer@uscis.dhs.gov.
Program Coordinator - David & Wanda Brown Center for Leadership & Service
Description: The Program Coordinator will be primarily responsible for coordinating sustainable community-engaged service and learning programming for students. This position coordinates general programs, education, and outreach for students and the campus community related to civic engagement and development through community-engaged service and learning. As an integral member within the David and Wanda Brown Center for Leadership and Service, this position supports the department in long-term planning, strategic alinement, and management of programming. For the full job description, please visit the application.
Salary: $45,000
Application: To apply, please visit: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/517162/student-affairs-program-crd-for-bcls
Path to Purpose Leadership Opportunity
Description: Path to Purpose is a year-long leadership and social change cohort grounded in a community organizing model. You will get involved by diving into a social issue area that you are passionate about affecting change and connecting with the Gainesville community and faculty. The time commitment per week will vary based on what is happening with the organizations and each student. However, you can expect to meet biweekly and individually, attend community events and contribute to initiatives that address your topic of interest.
Application: To apply, visit PATH TO PURPOSE | leadershipandservice.ufl.edu or email Manda Wittebort at awittebort@ufsa.ufl.edu for next steps. The priority application date is August 5th.
UF Field & Fork Pantry
Description: The Hitchcock Field & Fork Pantry is looking for volunteers to help us reopen to in-person shopping for Summer B! Volunteers help check guests out, restock, portion items, and more depending on the day!
Date/time: Ongoing opportunities
Tasks: Pack online orders, restock shelves, translate flyers, teach guests about produce, etc.
Sign up here: ufl.to/pantryvolunteer
Gator Junior Golf Association Volunteers
Description: Gator Junior Golf Association is looking for volunteers! If you love kids and are looking for a way to get involved, then consider volunteering with the Gator Junior Golf Association, Gainesville’s only non-profit junior golf program! As a volunteer, you would be mentoring and helping kids ages 4-17 to develop both golf skills and life skills that can be used on and off the course. Only basic golf knowledge is required.
Application: If interested, please visit our website, https://gatorjuniorgolf.org/volunteer, for more info or email us at growthegame@gatorjuniorgolf.org.
Children Beyond Our Borders Volunteers
Description: Children Beyond Our Borders are looking for volunteers for the Triunfadores College Prep Program. It provides a great opportunity and experience for any students interested in working with children, in education, or in the nonprofit sector. Our mission is to work to eliminate barriers to education and to provide a foundation for quality of life improvements for children living in underserved communities in Alachua County, FL. As part of our Education Initiative, we have developed a program that aims to meet both the educational and personal needs of these students. Our Triunfadores College Prep Program provides virtual tutoring and mentoring to K-12 students. This program serves to foster academic success, professional development, and holistic growth in its students. Children Beyond Our Borders is a non-profit organization based in Gainesville, Florida.
Website: If you would like more information on our organization please visit our Facebook here, Instagram here, and website here.
Application: Here is the link to the Triunfadores College Prep Program application where you can also find more information on the program.
Contact: Email the Education Director (education@chbob.org) about any questions, concerns, or comments you may have.
Y-O-UF Educational Outreach
Description: Engage with K-12 schools in the East Gainesville community, and support through mentorship to increase college exposure, readiness, and representation.
Date/Time: Various
Contact: Email Danielle Difato to get involved! ddifato@ufsa.ufl.edu
AWARE Ambassador
Description: Passionate about mental health? Apply to be a 2021-2022 AWARE Ambassador! AWARE Ambassadors help fight the stigma surrounding mental health by educating their fellow peers about available resources on campus and wellness tips. Students from all majors are welcomed and encouraged to apply to help shape mental health services that fit every student’s needs.
AWARE seeks to empower students with the skills necessary to better manage distresses such as stress, anxiety, and relationship issues through skill-based workshops and presentations. Ambassadors work with the CWC to offer presentations, tabling, as well as larger projects such as UFisAWARE and Gator-2-Gator peer counseling. It is a great opportunity to build leadership, personal, and public speaking skills while also being a part of a supportive and diverse team.
Applications: Applications are available at https://counseling.ufl.edu/outreach/aware/, opening on July 24th and closing on Friday September 10th, at 11:59PM.
Contact: If you are interested and have any questions, please feel free to contact our Recruitment and Elections Directors. (Malea Joyce: malea.joyce@ufl.edu; SoYoung Moon: smoon1@ufl.edu) Thank you for your time!
Gainesville Health & Fitness Kid’s Club Staff
Description: Gainesville Health & Fitness is hiring kids club staff. Kid’s Club Attendants are part time, and they get to work with children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. Its great experience for them to work with all different age groups and getting to work with parents as well.
Application: To apply, please visit Service Application (infusionsoft.net)
Jordan Glen School Aftercare
Part-Time Tutors / Teachers
About Huntington Learning Center: Huntington Learning Center has been the nation’s recognized leader in the educational services industry since 1977. One of the chief reasons for our success is our team of devoted tutors. Every tutor at Huntington Learning Center is here because they love seeing children succeed. If your dream job is helping children meet their goals in school and in life, join the Huntington Learning Center team today!
At Huntington, we offer children ages 5 to17 tutoring in Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Study Skills, Phonics, Vocabulary, Science, Test Prep, High School Entrance Exam preparation, and SAT/PSAT & ACT preparation. In order to ensure that our students have a successful educational experience, our tutors are required to go through intensive initial and ongoing training in Huntington’s teaching methods and our highly developed curriculum.
If you are a qualified, caring, and dedicated certified teacher, interested in spending your time working directly with students, we’ll give you the opportunity to do what you love to do – TEACH! At Huntington, there will be no lesson plans to write or homework to grade! You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your resume with experience that is highly respected in the field of education, and you’ll be earning money in a flexible working environment – we offer after-school, weekend, and summer instructional hours.
Description: NOW HIRING PART-TIME Tutors/Teachers. Must be caring, qualified, and committed to the success of students! We are looking to hire tutors/teachers for English and Math fundamental skills. ** STEM major Grad students are highly encouraged to apply! *** This is an in-person tutoring position and we are following all of the CDC guidelines. (everyone must wear a mask, everyone must wash/sanitize their hands upon entering the center, we disinfect all teaching materials, desks, and chairs after every lesson).*** We will provide training! ****
Hours: Currently, after school hours (Mon – Thurs: 2:30pm – 8:30pm) and weekend (Saturday 8:30am – 2:30pm) positions are available.
Requirements Include:
Application: Please contact us via email or phone at gainesvillefl@hlcmail.com or 352-448-6888.
SAT/ACT Prep and Subject Tutoring
Description: Now hiring 2 – 3 part-time tutors for Exam Prep(SAT/ACT) and Subject Tutoring for Math, Science, and English to SAT/ACT Students for a New Huntington Learning Center in Gainesville, FL. Math and Science experts needed! Must be caring, qualified, and committed to the success of students. *** This is an in-person tutoring position. Perfect for grad students or current math or science teachers who are looking for a fulfilling way to spend their extra hours to help high school students, by tutoring and mentoring them to prepare for college, should apply! Experience in tutoring is preferred but, first-timers are welcome to apply.We are following all of the CDC recommendations as below.
Available Positions:
Hours: Flexible afternoon, evening, and weekend hours available.
Requirements: 4 year degree required, must score above 700 on SAT or above 30 on ACT in the specific subject they are applying for.
Application: To apply, please contact us via email or phone at gainesvillefl@hlcmail.com or 352-448-6888.
Date: August 5 at 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Zoom
*Registration Required*
All of this can be found in the 2021 UF COE Research Symposium’s website, found here: https://sites.google.com/view/2021coesymposium/home. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Max Sommer (msommer15@ufl.edu). We look forward to seeing you!
Write a Gator Nation Giving Day Thank You Note!
Faculty and staff devote their time, talents and resources to make our university and the College of Education the best it can be – and this Giving Day they showed they are “All for the Gators” by donating to support scholarships, research, programs and more. Help us share gratitude for these incredible members of the Gator Nation, and in return we’ll mail you a limited-edition Giving Day decal. Saying thanks is easy! Follow these steps to participate:
UF Presidential Service Award Applications NOW OPEN
The Brown Center for Leadership & Service would like to announce the Presidential Service Award application is open, and closes March 7th. To apply for the general Presidential Service Awards, click here!
The Presidential Service Award recognizes graduating undergraduate and graduate students who dedicate themselves to promoting social justice, community awareness, and civic engagement on campus and in the community. This award gives the University a chance to acknowledge students who made outstanding efforts in the areas mentioned above, many of which often go unrecognized and unrewarded. Additionally, the Faculty and Staff Advocate of the Year is a special Presidential Service Award that recognizes UF faculty or staff who have gone above and beyond in promoting UF students to pursue Service and leadership opportunities in the community. To learn more about the requirements for each award, please visit our website at https://leadershipandservice.ufl.edu/psa/.
UF Survey | Exploring the Perceptions of Campus Police Outreach Events Among College Students
Dr. Erika Brooke from the Department of Sociology and Criminology & Law at the University of Florida:
Each semester, my undergraduate research methods students undertake an original data collection research project focused on improving the justice system. This semester, we are examining police—community interactions by exploring perceptions of undergraduate students on campus police sponsored outreach events. The study has been approved by the UF IRB (IRB202100354) and my students plan to present their findings to UF police at the end of the semester. Survey link: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9MLKUatBa6TKEpo. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Brooke at ejbrooke@ufl.edu.
JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund)
JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund) provides interest-free, last dollar loans for Jewish undergrad, graduate and vocational students in need. Applicants should visit JELF.org/loans/app to start the process. The application is open on March 1 – April 30 for the full academic year and September 1 – 30 for spring and/or summer semester only.
Royal Palm School ESE Positions
Description: Royal Palm School is a great place to work! We are an ESE Center that services students PreK-Transition (ages 3 to 22). We have the following ESE programs at our school for K-12: Physically Impaired, PMH, TMH, ASD, Dual, and Transition. Our class size for K-12 averages 4 to 8 students. All of our rooms have two paraprofessionals that assist the teacher and students throughout the day.
Application: To apply, please send an email to Director Jennifer Corcoran jennifer.corcoran.2@palmbeachschools.org, or can be reached at (561) 357-1903.
Website: https://rpec.palmbeachschools.org
Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program
Description: The Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program Collaborative is a two-year conservation training program for undergraduates who are interested in careers in conservation and in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field. Scholars take part in applied field research projects (1st Summer – 2021), professional internships (2nd Summer – 2022), mentoring, and form strong professional networks that span the country (and beyond). The application deadline has been extended to March 8, 2021 for the Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program Collaborative https://ddcsp-collaborative.org/
Eligibility: Please visit https://ddcsp-collaborative.org/eligibility to see if you are eligible (must graduate in or after Fall 2022).
Pay Rate: Scholars receive a weekly stipend of $550 dollars for 9 weeks in the 1st summer, and 8 weeks in the 2nd summer. This stipend amount does not include the stipend you may receive for food and housing during your second summer.
Application: For more info on the program and how to apply see the attached flyer, visit https://ddcsp-collaborative.org/.
Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad Fellowships
Description: The Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) Fellowship Program provides opportunities for doctoral candidates to engage in full-time dissertation research abroad in modern foreign languages and area studies. The program is designed to deepen research knowledge and increase the study of modern foreign languages, cultural engagement, and area studies not generally included in U.S. curricula.
Program Features: Students may request funding to support overseas research for a period of no less than six months and no more than 12 months. Funds support travel expenses to and from the residence of the fellow and the country or countries of research; maintenance and dependent allowances based on the location of research for the fellow and his or her dependent(s); an allowance for research-related expenses overseas; and health and accident insurance premiums. Projects may focus on one or more of the following geographic areas: Africa, East Asia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, South Asia, the Near East, Central and Eastern Europe and Eurasia, and the Western Hemisphere (excluding the United States and its territories).
Eligible Applicants: Institutions of higher education (IHEs) in the United States are eligible to apply for grants under this program. As part of the application process, eligible students submit their individual research narratives and application forms to their home IHE. The IHE compiles all eligible individual student applications for inclusion in the institutional application that is submitted to the U.S. Department of Education. A student is eligible to receive a DDRA fellowship from their IHE if he or she
Application: The FY 2021 application is available online through the U.S. Department of Education’s G5 system between Feb. 4 and April 5, 2021
Contact: If you have questions about the program or application process, please send them by email to DDRA@ed.gov. Please refer to the official Federal Register notice for detailed information about the FY 2021 competition.
American Council on Education Graduate Research Associates
Description: The American Council on Education (ACE) is hiring their new cohort of Graduate Research Associates for the 2021-2021 academic year. The American Council on Education’s Graduate Research Associate Program provides graduate students and recent graduate students with an opportunity to conduct research within a leading national higher education association in Washington, DC.
Key areas of research include: 1) equity-minded leadership; 2) globally engaged and effective institutions; and 3) successful and mobile students. Applicants must be currently enrolled in or recently completed an accredited master’s or doctoral degree program.
Application: Apply by March 5, 2021 for priority consideration.For more information and to apply visit: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/AME1073/JobBoard/05d55e39-4648-d8d6-f8cd-e3a5f6eb35f4/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=a26819ec-5a5a-40c6-b49e-ae6499adb05c
ESOL Achievers Internships
Description: ESOL Achievers is an organization based in Gainesville, Florida. ESOL Achievers’ mission is to ensure immigrant high school students, specifically those in the ESOL Program, graduate high school and forge their unique path to achieve their dreams. The organization works with and supports over 100 ESOL (ESL) students at Gainesville High School. ESOL Achievers is seeking passionate student interns to support their mission.
Internships Available:
Job Type: Unpaid Internship, remote
Application: To apply, please email Verónica Paz Gonzalez at veropaz@ufl.edu
UF IFAS Summer Internship with Cedar Key School K-12 Education
Description: This internship is intended to give undergraduate students at UF an opportunity for real-world experience in education and/or extension activities. Selected students will work alongside local K-12 youth from Cedar Key School. The hosts include UF/IFAS faculty as well as Cedar Key K-12 educators. Interns will participate in a summer wrap- up workshop where interns will summarize their experiences. This is a great opportunity for students to enhance their skill sets and explore career options in educational natural resource fields. This internship is open to current undergraduates from the College of Education, University of Florida.
Pay Rate: This internship is 240 paid work hours for a total of six weeks, and interns are paid $12.00 per hour for up to 40 hours a week.
Website: To see more information on our previous interns and their experiences, please visit (http://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/ncbs/tag/ncbs-interns/)
Application: Please send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references in a single PDF file to Emily Colson at emilycolson@ufl.edu. The CV should include GPA and transcript as well as details of experience and skills relevant to the position. Applications are due by March 20, 2021.
Camp Laurel South Summer Camp
About Camp Laurel South: Camp Laurel South is located near Portland, Maine in the heart of the Sebago Lakes Region. Its 150 unspoiled acres include woodlands, sports fields and open lawns. It’s location in the southern part of Maine makes Laurel South a most inviting summer retreat for campers and counselors alike. Each summer, Laurel South operates two four-week programs with 400 boys and girls, ages 7 to 15 in each session. They come from all over the U.S. as well as several foreign countries. The return rate for both campers and staff is very high.
Description: Camp Laurel South is a residential summer camp in Maine seeking college athletes to be activity instructors and camp counselors for the summer of 2021. This is a great summer experience that can fulfill many internship requirements. We look for people with personality, character, maturity, professional training, experience and most importantly, a sincere desire to work with children. Our counselor to camper ratio is better than 1:3.
Application: This is a two month experience June 14 – August 15. To apply, please visit: https://www.camplaurelsouth.com/summer-camp-counselors-staff/
Florida Elks Summer Camp
Description: Florida Elks Youth Summer Camp is hiring staff members and camp counselors! This summer program will go from June 13th 2021 to August 7th 2021. By working here at camp, students become eligible to apply for the Van Duren scholarship. Students must continue working here to receive the scholarship. Awards are between $1,000 and $5,000 a year. We are a residential camp and staff stay here on property while campers are here. Campers are 9-13.
Pay Rate: Starts at $300 a week.
Application: feyc.org
Contact: For questions, please contact Elliott Gilbert at elliott@feyc.org or 352-552-0786
Check back next week for more opportunities!
Tenth Grade Tutor
STEPs for Success Tutors
Description: STEPs for Success is looking for tutors for elementary, middle, and high school students. Experience is preferred, but not required. Must be able to commit for the entirety of the 2020-2021 school year.
Pay: $15 per hour
Hours: Tutors-at least 4 hours a week (more hours are available upon request)
Schedule: Flexible (afternoon/evenings 3-4 days a week Monday through Friday are highly preferred)
Contact: Interested? Questions? Please send an email with your resume to Stephanie (Tutor Director) at STEPsforSuccess352@gmail.com
Date: March 3, 2021
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Appointment Required*
Date: March 4, 2021
Time: 8:30 AM- 6:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Date: March 4, 2021
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: March 9, 2021
Time: 3:00 PM – 3:50 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: March 16, 2021
Time: 11:45 AM – 12:35 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: March 21-22, 2021
Time: —
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: March 23, 2021
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: March 25, 2021
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: March 27, 2021
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*
Date: March 30, 2021
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Virtual
*Registration Required*