EduGator Newsletter |July 23, 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.

• 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

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.

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)

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

Position: One-on-One Educational Aide
Schedule: Tuesdays 8:00am-3:15pm, Wednesdays 10:00am-3:15pm, Thursdays 8:00am-5:00pm, other hours as needed
Pay: $17.32/hour
Location: Early Childhood Collaborative (formerly Baby Gator) at Lake Alice

Position Summary: I am seeking a caring and dedicated aide to support my bright and engaged 2.5-year-old daughter Ada, who has cerebral palsy, in the classroom environment along similarly-aged peers. The ideal candidate will help facilitate Ada’s participation in all classroom activities while supporting her physical and developmental needs. The ideal candidate would be available for all hours, but availability for only some of the hours could also be considered. Ada receives full-time 1:1 support while in the classroom and you would be communicating at times with her other aides regarding her needs and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Ada’s participation in classroom activities and routines
• Assist with mobility equipment including gait trainer, stander, and supportive chair
• Help with toileting, feeding, and personal care needs
• Support communication using Ada’s AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) device
• Facilitate peer interactions and inclusive play
• Assist with putting on/taking off AFOs (ankle-foot orthotics) and hand braces
• Occasionally assist during physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy sessions
• Follow individualized care plans and classroom protocols

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with young children preferred
• Experience with cerebral palsy or developmental delays a plus
• Patience, creativity, and positive attitude essential
• Ability to lift and transfer a toddler safely
• Strong communication skills
• Reliable and punctual

Please email me directly at braja.smith@gmail.com or text at (352) 278-7725 with a description of your interest and background working with children.

Seeking an outgoing, fun person to assist 6th grade daughter with homework and pre-test practice 2 days of the week. Flexible with days of the week, and we are normally home by 4pm during the week. If interested, please call Karena at 352-870-2652.

Now Hiring: Private Tutor | STEPs for Success

✨ Position Benefits:

• $22.50/hour
• Flexible hours to fit your schedule
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives

📋 Position Requirements:

• Prior tutoring or teaching experience or a junior/senior elementary education major
• Must commit to the full academic school year
• Minimum of 4 hours/week commitment
• Available 3–4 afternoons or evenings per week (Monday–Friday)
• Reliable transportation is required

📨 Interested?

Send your resume to Stephanie (Program Director) at:  stephanie@stepsforsuccess.org