EduGator Newsletter | October 19, 2022

Description: Under the direction of the school principal, the band director is responsible for supporting the Diocese of St. Augustine in its mission to educate, evangelize and catechize youth in a Catholic school environment. For the full job description and requirements, please see the job posting on Indeed. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with teachers 5-8 to promote and encourage student participation in the band program.
• Direct middle school instrumental performers, including beginners, intermediate, advanced, all soloists, ensembles, and performance/competition.
• Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements.
• Provide for band participation at extra-curricular events, including concerts, special events, and competitions.
• Coordinate school calendar for school rehearsals.
• Recruit qualified fifth graders for band.
• Interpret and implement sound budgetary practices accordingly.
• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all band equipment.
• Develop and implement plans for instrumental music programs and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Develop and implement differentiated learning strategies to meet the needs of multiple learning styles present in the band classroom.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Evaluate and place students in band classes according to their ability.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with students, administrators, and teachers.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, administrators, and community members.
• Work to provide campus, District, and community awareness of band activities and performances.
• Actively participate in district and area music events.
• Works collaboratively in a positive, friendly and professional manner.
• Adheres to all diocesan and school policies and regulations, while supporting the school’s spiritual, pastoral and educational mission.
• Demonstrates effective planning skills by preparing lesson plans designed to implement and achieve academic goals and objectives, as adopted by the school.
• Builds the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate and help plan school religious and service-related activities
• Establishes a consistent classroom management approach that promotes self-direction and a positive self-image. Sets high standards for student behavior and manages inappropriate behavior effectively, in accordance with school policy.
• Participates in continuous professional development as a lifelong learner.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Professional Educator Music K – 12 certification in the State of Florida is preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain within two years Basic Diocesan Ministry Certification.
• Ability to respect, promote, accommodate, and not be in conflict with the mission, moral and social teachings, doctrines and laws of the Roman Catholic faith in the way one speaks, acts and instructs.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal background check prior to employment and every five years; must complete Protecting God’s Children (PGC) workshop prior to employment.
• Proficient in use of computer technology, including school-related software.
• Ability to have flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately.
• Must consistently demonstrate a positive, friendly, respectful and caring attitude with colleagues, the public, and all one serves in word and deed.

Application: To apply, please email office@qopacademy.com or visit Indeed to apply https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Queen-of-Peace-Catholic-Academy-1/jobs?jk=c939f8767484f005&start=0&clearPrefilter=1.

Description: Our student employees are the heart of RecSports and we value their unique skills, passions, and perspectives! RecSports offers a dynamic and fun work environment with flexible scheduling, a student-centered approach, professional development opportunities, leadership positions, and staff appreciation events throughout the year.

• Internship Opportunities
  • Applications for Spring 2023 are due Friday, October 7
  • Learn more and apply here: https://recsports.ufl.edu/about/student-employment/
• Job Applications
  • Applications for Spring 2023 are available from October 10-30 on Careers at UF
  • Click here to learn more about our student positions!

Application: If you are interested in joining our team, click the link to learn more about what we offer and how you can be a part of it. https://recsports.ufl.edu/about/student-employment/

Description: Teach For America is a national non-profit, leadership development organization that enlists the nation’s top leaders to fight educational inequity in America. For over 30 years, we have placed 60,000 college graduates in a two year commitment in a low income classroom so that they might fulfill the urgent needs of students and gain proximity and nuanced understanding of educational inequities. During the two year commitment, we provide ongoing professional development, in person coaching, and a 10-12K Americorps stipend to help students get a masters degree or pay off student debt. We also provide 5K of transitional stipend for all students during summer training with Teach For America.
Application: The next application deadline for seniors to apply is October 21^st. Students can sign up to meet with the Teach For America University of Florida recruiter at https://calendly.com/alisonkreher OR email our student ambassador to learn more and sign up for an informal coffee chat at ekantack@ufl.edu.

Description: The BCLS is excited to announce funding opportunities for community projects in both the local Gainesville community and internationally. Please visit the BCLS website for more details or attend an informational session. We would be grateful if you could share this with undergraduate and graduate students.

Community Engaged Impact Funding

• Applications are open to receive $500-$2,000 to implement community based projects in Gainesville in the spring.
• Projects must be implemented between January 1-April 26
• Applications for this cycle close November 7^th at 11:59pm
• Open to UF undergraduate and graduate students
• Application guidelines can be found here
• Interested in a summer project? Applications for summer projects will be open November 14- March 24

Projects for Peace

• Applications will open soon, and awardees will receive $10,000 to implement a project that promotes peace in the world. Projects can be domestic or international.
• Projects must be completed by August 2023
• Applications close January 13^th at 11:59pm
• Open to UF undergraduate students
• Application guidelines can be found here

Info Sessions: Impact Funding & Projects for Peace REGISTER HERE

• Oct 17, 3:30-4:30, Zoom only
• Oct 25, 1:30-2:30, in person only: Reitz Union 2102
  • This in person session will be conducive to dialogue and asking questions about your specific project

Description: Local family looking for weekday help driving children – ages 7, 7, and 12 – to and from school, babysitting, etc. Hours flexible but primarily M-F between hours of 3pm and 6pm. Previous nanny/child care experience strongly preferred.
Contact: Please call or text 352-359-6049 or email jmandernach@hotmail.com.