EduGator Newsletter |June 11, 2025

We are excited to announce multiple teaching opportunities for the upcoming academic year and invite your recent graduates and alumni to consider joining our dynamic and supportive school community. Pinecrest Preparatory Middle-High School is currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated educators across all subject areas who are passionate about student learning and committed to continuous professional growth.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• A strong work ethic and professionalism
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• A growth mindset and willingness to reflect and improve
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• A commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment

Pinecrest Preparatory Middle-High School serves a diverse student population and values educators who are student-centered, adaptable, and eager to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume and any supporting materials to Ms. Kismet Ulloa at kismetulloa@pinecrestmiddlehigh.org.

We welcome applicants from all subject areas and are eager to connect with educators who are ready to inspire and lead.

Looking for an unforgettable summer experience? Check out the Ocala Outdoor Adventure Camp and spend your days surrounded by nature while leading kids in exciting outdoor activities like shooting sports, paddle sports, fishing, hiking, and swimming. You’ll even have the chance to get Hunter Safety certified! Whether you’re gaining valuable skills, building leadership experience, or just enjoying the adventure of it all, this is the perfect opportunity for college students looking to make the most of their summer. Apply now and be part of an incredible team!

• Work with students in both online and in-person classrooms.
• Earn up to $700 per week.
• Receive comprehensive paid training and ongoing support.
• Gain up to 200 hours of experience teaching their own classes to students from 4-year-olds to adults.

• 10 weeks of teaching.
• Full-time and part-time positions available. All schedules include teaching on both weekend days.
• Entry-level position, with opportunities for continued employment with the Institute after the summer.

• We have two training programs:
  • A 3-week full-time program, Monday-Friday in the weeks immediately preceding teaching.
  • A part-time independent study program designed for current full-time teachers.

• Have strong reading skills and read fiction for pleasure.
• Are responsible and hard-working, with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Are comfortable and confident with technology.
• Have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Are active, patient, and supportive with students and parents.

Camp Ozark is America’s largest, single-site Christian sports and adventure camp for kids. We hire over 800 college-aged students from over 100 universities to work with over 7,500 kids each summer. We have multiple positions to apply for, including Cabin Counselor, Lake Crew, Crafts Assistant, Photographers, Instructor Specialists, and many more! Taking summer school? No problem! We have flexible work options. Need a job? All work at Camp Ozark is paid employment. Needing internship credit? We have that too!

You can check out our staff website for more details about positions, dates, testimonials, scheduling an interview, and all the other reasons that there is no better way to spend a portion of your summer than at Camp Ozark. You can also reach out to us by emailing us at staffrecruiting@campozark.com

Are you looking for a summer job and/or internship working with youth? Do you enjoy leading games, spending time outdoors, serving as a mentor to youth, and/or working with your peers in a team setting? If so, we’d love for you to join our Florida 4-H summer camp staff, where you’ll receive a weekly salary, housing, meals, professional development and certifications, and skills that can be applied to any career. Internship credit can also be received as part of your position. Our summer camps are located in Niceville and Lake Placid, FL, and we’re looking for team members who can work at camp from mid-May until August 1^st. We’re currently interviewing for positions now, so apply today or reach out to a camp director with any questions you may have! Apply here: www.tinyurl.com/4Hsummeropps

Do you enjoy teaching youth outdoors about Florida’s natural ecosystems? Are you interested in serving communities, gaining professional job skills, and environmental stewardship? If so, we’d love for you to join our Florida 4-H AmeriCorps team, where you’ll receive a biweekly living stipend, education award for education expenses, housing (as available), professional development and certifications, and skills that can be applied to any career. Internship credit can also be received as part of your position. Our Florida 4-H camps are located in Niceville and Lake Placid, FL, and we’re looking for team members who can serve at camp anytime between September – August each year. Positions can last for just a summer term or for a full year.  We’re currently interviewing for positions now, so apply today or reach out to Sam Brown, sbrown11@ufl.edu, with any questions you may have! Apply here: www.tinyurl.com/4HACopps.

The Cedar Key Arts Center offers a summer arts program in July. The program runs for 2 consecutive weeks and serves all grade levels. Elementary students in the morning and middle schoolers/high school students in the afternoon. We are currently looking for a teacher for the program. This is a paid position. There is an Arts Center board member that will be serving as the administrator for the program.

Contact- Email: CedarKeyArtsCenter@gmail.com Phone: (352) 543-5400

We are looking for an intern to assist with our school activities curriculum! Currently, schools use an activity guide as they go through our program. Each year, we revamp the activity guides with new information, activities, and ideas for all our schools. This is not a design internship but an opportunity to be creative and research/develop activities that students would do based on our established Energy Bus principles.

For more information: http://www.EnergyBusForSchools.com

Study Details: This study will explore College of Education students’ awareness, interest, and involvement in undergraduate research opportunities at the University of Florida. The results from this study will help define a model for current participation in undergraduate research, which will be used to determine strategies and techniques to better encourage undergraduate participation in College of Education research opportunities.

Participants will be asked to take a brief survey, which should take no more than 5-10 minutes to complete. Upon completion, participants can volunteer to participate in follow-up interviews to further explore their perspectives on undergraduate research in the College of Education.

Survey Link: https://forms.gle/6rRSLFJtuKMPuVHQ7

We are looking for university students who would be interested in spending some time each week assisting in our student support center, where we will provide tutoring, counseling, mentoring, and essay and research paper revision/editing and formatting assistance.

Thank you!

Mrs. Jeannine Dupler

Cambridge Coordinator

Gainesville High School

Centre Number US074

Website: Cambridge (AICE) / Cambridge (AICE) (sbac.edu)

Applications for the 2025 Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Summer Camp program are open, and we are eager to share this wonderful opportunity with those who may be interested in volunteering as counselors. As you may know, MDA Summer Camp provides kids ages 8-17 diagnosed with neuromuscular diseases the chance to experience a life-changing week filled with fun, adventure, and friendship—all at no cost to their families. This camp enables kids to just be kids in an environment where they can connect with others facing similar challenges.

MDA Summer Camp is made possible by volunteer counselors who provide essential support to campers as they participate in adaptive camp experiences, games, dances, mealtimes and more. In addition to bringing joy to campers, this fantastic opportunity allows students to gain valuable field-based experience in medical professions, education, recreation, and social sciences. Counselors can earn over 140 hours of volunteer service while gaining meaningful, real-world experience. Check out this short VIDEO or head to MDA.org to learn about Summer Camp’s impact on MDA families and volunteers.

MDA Summer Camp

Florida Elks Youth Camp

July 26^th-August 1^st, 2025

Balance 180 Gymnastics & Sports Academy, is a local non-profit organization that focuses on integrating children with and without special needs through sports. This spring, we are offering a hands-on learning experience available for students interested in working with children. We are looking for highly motivated volunteers to participate in our Adaptive classes on Saturdays. Below is a brief description of the program. We currently have applications open and will be conducting an official training session on January 23rd at 8 PM. Interested students should fill out the following application form and we will follow up with next steps: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScd4jzpGfBmuQ7b7CL35i0ELOmDKHNhmwPSaaawP0VCCLZgTA/viewform?usp=sf_link 

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During our Adaptive Gymnastics Classes, we teach gymnasts with physical or intellectual disabilities foundational skills on the vault, bars, beam, and floor in a step-by-step, individualized process. Our volunteers work one-on-one with the athletes and help each athlete work at their own pace. Volunteers focus on helping the athletes improve motor skills and encourage them to follow instructions and make new friends. The Adaptive Gymnastics volunteering will be held on most Saturdays, listed specifically on the below flyer, from 12:30-2:30 PM.

If you love kids and are looking for a way to get involved, then consider volunteering with Gator Junior Golf, 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. If interested, please visit https://gatorjuniorgolf.org/volunteer-2, for more information or email us at growthegame@gatorjuniorgolf.org.

Gainesville Thrives works to promote tutoring and mentoring for kindergarten through high school students, as well as other services for expectant parents, parents and their infants, toddlers, and preschool children. By informing the faith-based community and others of Gainesville’s needs and opportunities, we can achieve long-term academic success for students and stronger and healthier families.

You can join in our mission at Gainesville Thrives (www.gainesvillethrives.org) as the local partner of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library to provide age-appropriate books by mail to children from birth to four years old. We need volunteers to register families attending library story times, museum toddler activities, and community and church events.  You can participate at a single activity or weekly outreach to improve literacy for underserved children in Alachua County and change their trajectory in life. Join our UF Student Chapter: https://www.gainesvillethrives.org/student-org or apply for an internship to learn how an educational nonprofit works.

• Are you looking for a fantastic opportunity to connect with local schools, gain hands-on experience, and align your coursework with practical insights? Look no further than the Alachua County Council of PTAs (ACCPTA)!
• Why Volunteer with ACCPTA?
• The mission of PTAs everywhere is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.
• By volunteering through ACCPTA, you can gain unparalleled insights into the education system, enabling you to apply what you learn in the classroom to real-life scenarios. If you aspire to work in education, non-profit, or related fields, volunteering with us will provide you with practical experience that can set you apart when pursuing future career opportunities. Many educational programs require volunteer hours as part of their curriculum. ACCPTA offers fulfilling volunteer roles with local school PTA units that can help you meet these requirements while making a meaningful impact.
• Diverse Volunteer Opportunities:
• We offer a wide range of volunteer positions that cater to your specific interests and the varying needs of our local schools. Whether you’re interested in fundraising, event planning, leadership roles, or general volunteer tasks, ACCPTA has a role for you and can connect you with a local school in need of your skills.
• You can learn more about our organization here: About Us – Alachua County Council PTA (accpta.org)
• If you are interested in volunteering, please contact legislation@accpta.org