Meet the Community Coaches

Abi Case

Abi Case

Title/Position
Employer Outreach Specialist, Employer Engagement
(Career Coach)
sauvik goswami

Sauvik Goswami

Title/Position
Associate Director, Assessment & Analytics
(Career Coach)
  • Do you consider yourself to be helpful, patient, or understanding? 
  • Do you enjoy engaging kids in fun and innovative ways?
  • Does it sound like fun to explain ideas and concepts to a classroom of learners? 
  • Would you enjoy building connections with kids while teaching them in ways to support their understanding and comprehension?
  • Are you interested in learning about best methods to reach students and creating lessons to help them figure it out? 

This page will give resources for people interested in Elementary Education & Secondary Education. If you are someone who is interested in being a teacher for K-12 students, you have found the right page.

K-12 Search Terms:

  • Elementary/Middle/or Secondary Teacher
  • Career and Technical Educator
  • English as Second Language Teacher
  • Special Education
  • Subject Area Teacher
  • Curriculum Supervision
  • Substitute Teacher
  • Teacher Aide/Assistant

Higher Education Search Terms Related to Education Backgrounds:

  • Academic Services
  • Administrative Services
  • Admissions Recruiter
  • Program Coordinator
  • Student Services

​​​​​​​Training and Development Search Terms:

  • Instructional Services Coordinator
  • Training Coordinator
  • Learning and Development
  • Recruiter
  • Leadership and Engagement

During Your Practicum

  • Build positive relationships with the people you will use as references and ask them for letters of recommendation. Remember to continue to talk with your contacts even after your experience has ended. A guideline for establishing and maintaining relationships with references can be found here.
  • Ask the principal at your cooperating school to observe you teach or to do a mock interview with you.
  • Attend the education job fair in the spring.
    • Note: Try to go both your junior and senior year. This way, you can introduce yourself to potential districts your junior year and meet with them again your senior year when you are searching for a job. This will give you an advantage over other candidates.
  • It is strongly encouraged that you meet with the Education Advisor at the Pomerantz Career Center by the middle of your practicum experience.
    • Note: The Pomerantz Career Center can help you with your résumé and finding relevant volunteer opportunities.
  • By the end of your practicum experience you should have a full working teaching résumé (a guide can be found here). The only part missing will be your student teaching experience, which you will add in once you have begun student teaching.

Before Student Teaching

  • Create a REAP account and/or Iowa Works account 
  • Write the first draft of a cover letter for a teaching position (a guide can be found here) and take it into the Pomerantz Career Center to have it reviewed.
  • Start looking for an appropriate and professional interview outfit.

During Student Teaching

  • Update your résumé with relevant information from your Student Teaching experience.
  • Ask the principal at your cooperating school to observe you teach and/or do a mock interview with you.
  • Secure letters of recommendation and maintain contact with your references.
  • Attend the education job fair in the spring.
  • Participate in mock interviews (offered during the fall and spring semesters) at the Pomerantz Career Center.

 Check out student employment, internships & post-graduation full-time jobs in Handshake.  Employers targeting University of Iowa students & alumni use this recruiting system to connect with you!

State of Iowa

Iowa Teaching Licensure Information
Iowa Works

National

Out-of-State Teaching Licensure Information
State-by-State Information List 
US REAP
k12jobspot

International

UNI Overseas Recruiting Fair
Teaching Abroad Opportunities​​​​​​​

Mock Interviews
Interview Preparation
  • Interview Preparation Guide
  • Potential Education Interview Questions:
    • Getting to Know You
      • Why did you decide to become a teacher?
      • Why are you the best/most qualified applicant for this position?
      • Describe a personal experience which had an impact on your teaching.
      • What is your favorite aspect of teaching?
      • What are your interests outside of teaching?
      • What are your strengths and weaknesses as a teacher?
      • List 3 adjectives that describe you professionally.
      • Why are you interested in our district?
      • Briefly describe your personal teaching philosophy.
    • Interpersonal Skills
      • How would you plan to facilitate collaboration between home and school?
      • Can you describe how you have or how you would communicate with students’ parents?
      • If confronted by an angry parent (or perhaps colleague) on an issue, how would you respond?
      • How important is it for you to be well liked by your students?
      • How would you respond to a student who asked for your advice on a difficult personal situation?
      • What kinds of things do you do to get to know students on a personal level?
      • How would you address bullying in school?
    • Instruction
      • Describe a typical class period.
      • What instructional strategies have you found most effective?
      • What are the components of an effective lesson plan?
      • What research-based teaching methods have you used?
      • What specific strategies would you use to help students who are struggling with reading?
      • Explain what differentiation looks like in your classroom. Give a specific example of a time when you have modified your instruction to accommodate the unique needs of a particular student.
      • How do you incorporate state and national standards into your curriculum?
      • What do you do to actively engage your students?
      • How would you motivate a reluctant learner?
      • What would you do with students who continually fail to complete their homework?
      • Describe a specific skill or concept that students typically struggle with in your classroom. How do you overcome that challenge?
      • How do you integrate technology in your classroom?
      • What kinds of multicultural activities promote diversity in your classroom?]
      • Describe your most successful unit and what made it successful.
      • How do you communicate your learning objectives to the students?
      • How do you make real-world connections in the subject area you are teaching?
      • How do you transition from one activity to the next?
      • How do you measure student success?
      • How do you know whether your curriculum is appropriately matched to your students’ needs?
    • Classroom Management and Environment
      • What type of classroom management plan would you implement?
      • How would you set up and communicate your rules and expectations to your students?
      • How do you handle students who are difficult to manage?
      • Describe the toughest discipline situation you have encountered and how you handled it.
      • If you were having classroom management difficulties, when and who would you ask for help?
      • Success in school is proven to be influenced by a child’s physical, social, and educational environment. Describe that environment in your classroom – how are these factors at play?
      • Describe the layout and environment of your classroom?
      • How do you build a community with your students?
      • What does a productive and collaborative classroom community look like?
    • Personal/Reflection
      • Describe the qualities of a highly effective teacher.
      • Identify 3 significant challenges that educators face today.
      • If you had been in charge at your last work place, what changes would you have made and why?
      • Describe the characteristics of the students you like to teach.
      • What did you find the most challenging during your student teaching experience? (Or, for veteran teachers, most recent teaching experience).
      • Describe a time that you were in a difficult situation and explain how you resolved it.
      • If you were doing something for students that you knew was right and your principal told you to stop, what would you do?
      • Describe in detail your best and worst days in the classroom.
      • Describe the best lesson you ever taught and explain why it was great.
      • What are your long term goals?
      • What new ideas would you bring to our school and/or district?
      • Give an example of a time you went above and beyond to accomplish a task.
         

Consider volunteering as a way to explore your interests, build your resume, and connect with the community!

Volunteering in the Classroom

A great way to gain experience is by volunteering in the classroom. This can be done by simply calling a school (try to choose one that is near where you live) and letting them know how you would like to get involved. If you have a specific age or area you'd like to volunteer with more, let them know and they can get you started. It's that easy!

Additional Volunteerism Links

UI Statewide Educator Fair

This fair is in the spring semester and will be for students in the College of Education seeking employment in school districts. 

Current UI students, alums, and students across the state are invited to meet with over 40 districts to discuss job opportunities.

Learn About Careers from Real Life Professionals

CandidCareer.com provides an easy way to explore careers and learn about job search strategies through thousands of 1-2 minute video clips

 

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Howard County Generation Teach Leadership Residency at Generation Teach

Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Employer: Generation Teach Expires: 05/15/2024 The Generation Teach Leadership Residency is a multi-month, national leadership development experience for anti-racist educators. We have an explicit commitment to ending racial injustice and inequity in education. In every Residency session, we develop skills and practice scenarios to co-create loving cultures where students, teachers, and leaders learn, grow, and develop.During the Residency, you will grow your skills in:Justice & equityInstructional leadershipPeople & cultureFamily & community engagementOperations & managementThe schedule features:Weekly, 3-hour virtual sessionsTwo half-day in-person preparation sessionsSix-week, in-person leadership practicumYou will receive up to $9,151 to support your participation, including a living allowance ($7,392), an AmeriCorps Education Award ($1,459), and up to $300 in expense reimbursements upon successful completion of the residency. By completing the residency, you are eligible to earn three graduate credits from the University of Colorado - Denver for a reduced cost.FAQsIs the GT Leadership Residency for me?-Are you looking to connect with others in a loving community, rejuvenate during a challenging time, and regain the passion that inspired you to join the profession?-Are you dedicated to co-creating a loving community and empowering a new generation of teachers committed to ending racial injustice and inequity in education?-Are you seeking to grow and lead as an anti-racist teacher who co-creates loving communities where all of your students thrive?When and where will the GT Leadership Residency take place?The Generation Teach Leadership Residency will be virtual through May. The summer leadership practicum will be in-person. We will prepare you to lead during the 6-week summer practicum. You will lead in-person as an Academic Team Leader or Student Support Team Leader at one of our GT STEAM Academy sites in Howard County. What will I learn?Within a loving community context, you will strengthen your ability to:Lead restorative circles and hold space for challenging conversationsBuild relationships with familiesPlan and facilitate effective meetingsSet intentions, reflect on progress, and shift practices to meet goalsDevelop executive skills in others & narrate the journey for othersSet the tone for studentsImplement curriculaLead and execute overall school operationsLead assessment and data analysisWhen is the application deadline?Applications are due May 15, 2024.What is the ideal applicant profile?Excellent candidates:Have at least 3 years of professional experience in teaching and/or coachingBelieve that you have the potential to move from good to great with the right system and supportAre looking to develop leadership skillsAre committed to the duration of the residencyWhat will I do during my Leadership Practicum?You will collaborate with other leaders to co-create a just and equitable learning community by:leading a cohort of 8-10 summer teaching fellowsproviding daily coaching in engineering, law, math, or readingdeveloping a community of elementary- or middle-school students and families through regular communication and restorative practicesbuilding a strong program culture in alignment with our core valuesWhat are my hours during the Leadership Practicum?The Leadership Practicum extends Monday - Friday for six weeks in the summer. The hours are 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. with two evening events scheduled in advance.Are there eligibility guidelines?The Generation Teach Leadership Residency is an AmeriCorps program. US citizens, US nationals, and lawful permanent residents are eligible to apply. Returning Team Leaders who are Undocumented or Dreamers are eligible to return; please contact your director for more information.

Summer Ministry Position – Site Director - Puerto Rico (Bilingual Staff) at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience. Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members – 2 Coordinators and 1 Director.Site Directors: Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences while providing authentic leadership.Manage and participate in the overall operations and programming of a site, including meal preparation, behind-the-scenes tasks and large group programming.Supervise, encourage and coach a minimum of two Site Coordinators.Provide leadership for Adult Leaders and help them process their mission week.Develop meaningful relationships as they act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Oversee finances with integrity and maintain the overall spiritual focus of the mission site.Play an important role in connecting teenagers to God, each other and communities.Qualifications:  College graduate or must have at least four years of post-high school experience*Actively pursuing a relationship with ChristDesire to serve the ChurchAble to relate to youthModel servant leadershipHave a teachable spiritPrevious leadership experienceAbility to lead a teamManagement experience/abilityMust meet our driving requirements of being 20 years of age or older during YouthWorks summer dates and have a valid U.S. driver’s licensePrevious YW summer staff experience is helpful but not required*Alumni who meet all other qualifications other than college graduate or four years post-high school may be considered for a Site Director position.  Compensation:  Starting at $4,500 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Puerto RicoLooking for bilingual staff for this location! If you do not speak Spanish, we have other locations available listed on our website. To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Position - Community Service Coordinator - Puerto Rico (Bilingual Staff) at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.   As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience. Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members. Every staff member performs the following tasks:Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences for teenagers and their Adult Leaders.Coordinate and provide leadership for daily service activities.Develop meaningful relationships as you act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Promote an environment where youth connect their service to Jesus.Interact with students throughout the week.Lead daily large group programming with your team.Ensure that practical needs of your site are met by preparing meals, caring for housing facilities and other behind-the-scenes tasks.Community Service Coordinator Role:  Staff are hired into specific roles that focus on planning and facilitating service for groups. In addition to the overall tasks, Community Service Coordinators will:Manage partnerships with social service organizations.Confirm and implement weekly service schedules provided by YouthWorks.Coordinate logistics, including assigning volunteers to service sites and executing back-up plans when needed.Travel to service sites to serve alongside youth, Adult Leaders and community contacts.Help teenagers see the impact of their service as they are taken out of their comfort zones and see Jesus in new ways.Qualifications:  Must be at least 19 years of age during YouthWorks summer dates and one year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with ChristDesire to serve the ChurchAble to relate to youthModel servant leadershipHave a teachable spiritAdministratively mindedAble to problem solve, cast vision and manage detailsMaintain relationships with community partnersPassion for working with local nonprofit and social service organizationsMust meet our driving requirements of being 19 years of age or older during YouthWorks summer dates and have a valid U.S. driver’s license*There are a limited amount of non-driving Community Service Coordinator positions available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position but do not meet our driving requirements.  Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Puerto RicoLooking for bilingual staff for this location! If you do not speak Spanish, we have other locations available listed on our website. To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Position - Work Projects - Puerto Rico (Bilingual Staff) at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.   As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience. Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members. Every staff member performs the following tasks:Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences for teenagers and their Adult Leaders.Coordinate and provide leadership for daily service activities.Develop meaningful relationships as you act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Promote an environment where youth connect their service to Jesus.Interact with students throughout the week.Lead daily large group programming with your team.Ensure that practical needs of your site are met by preparing meals, caring for housing facilities and other behind-the-scenes tasks.Work Projects Coordinator Role:  Staff are hired into specific roles that focus on planning and facilitating service for groups. In addition to the overall tasks, Work Projects Coordinators will:Build meaningful relationships in a community while meeting tangible needs.Help youth engage in the community by leading work crews in painting, yard work and minor projects.YouthWorks will provide extensive training in partnering with community members, setting up and completing projects and managing crews throughout the day.Invite participants to come alongside the community to make a lasting impact.We have a small number of sites where we do more advanced projects such as flooring and drywall. Please note on your application if you have experience in more elaborate home repair projects.  Qualifications:  Must be at least 19 years of age during YouthWorks summer dates and one year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with ChristDesire to serve the ChurchAble to relate to youthModel servant leadershipHave a teachable spiritAdministratively mindedAble to problem solve, cast vision and manage detailsMaintain relationships with community partnersPassion for working with local nonprofit and social service organizationsMust meet our driving requirements of being 19 years of age or older during YouthWorks summer dates and have a valid U.S. driver’s license*Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Puerto RicoLooking for bilingual staff for this location! If you do not speak Spanish, we have other locations available listed on our website. To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Position - Work Projects - Niagara Falls at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.   As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience. Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members. Every staff member performs the following tasks:Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences for teenagers and their Adult Leaders.Coordinate and provide leadership for daily service activities.Develop meaningful relationships as you act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Promote an environment where youth connect their service to Jesus.Interact with students throughout the week.Lead daily large group programming with your team.Ensure that practical needs of your site are met by preparing meals, caring for housing facilities and other behind-the-scenes tasks.Work Projects Coordinator Role:  Staff are hired into specific roles that focus on planning and facilitating service for groups. In addition to the overall tasks, Work Projects Coordinators will:Build meaningful relationships in a community while meeting tangible needs.Help youth engage in the community by leading work crews in painting, yard work and minor projects.YouthWorks will provide extensive training in partnering with community members, setting up and completing projects and managing crews throughout the day.Invite participants to come alongside the community to make a lasting impact.We have a small number of sites where we do more advanced projects such as flooring and drywall. Please note on your application if you have experience in more elaborate home repair projects.  Qualifications:  Must be at least 19 years of age during YouthWorks summer dates and one year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with ChristDesire to serve the ChurchAble to relate to youthModel servant leadershipHave a teachable spiritAdministratively mindedAble to problem solve, cast vision and manage detailsMaintain relationships with community partnersPassion for working with local nonprofit and social service organizationsMust meet our driving requirements of being 19 years of age or older during YouthWorks summer dates and have a valid U.S. driver’s license*Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Location:  Niagara Falls, New York To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Position - Work Projects - Bayou La Batre at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.   As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience. Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members. Every staff member performs the following tasks:Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences for teenagers and their Adult Leaders.Coordinate and provide leadership for daily service activities.Develop meaningful relationships as you act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Promote an environment where youth connect their service to Jesus.Interact with students throughout the week.Lead daily large group programming with your team.Ensure that practical needs of your site are met by preparing meals, caring for housing facilities and other behind-the-scenes tasks.Work Projects Coordinator Role:  Staff are hired into specific roles that focus on planning and facilitating service for groups. In addition to the overall tasks, Work Projects Coordinators will:Build meaningful relationships in a community while meeting tangible needs.Help youth engage in the community by leading work crews in painting, yard work and minor projects.YouthWorks will provide extensive training in partnering with community members, setting up and completing projects and managing crews throughout the day.Invite participants to come alongside the community to make a lasting impact.We have a small number of sites where we do more advanced projects such as flooring and drywall. Please note on your application if you have experience in more elaborate home repair projects.  Qualifications:  Must be at least 19 years of age during YouthWorks summer dates and one year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with ChristDesire to serve the ChurchAble to relate to youthModel servant leadershipHave a teachable spiritAdministratively mindedAble to problem solve, cast vision and manage detailsMaintain relationships with community partnersPassion for working with local nonprofit and social service organizationsMust meet our driving requirements of being 19 years of age or older during YouthWorks summer dates and have a valid U.S. driver’s license*Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Bayou La Batre, Alabama To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Position - Work Projects - Savannah at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.   As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience. Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members. Every staff member performs the following tasks:Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences for teenagers and their Adult Leaders.Coordinate and provide leadership for daily service activities.Develop meaningful relationships as you act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Promote an environment where youth connect their service to Jesus.Interact with students throughout the week.Lead daily large group programming with your team.Ensure that practical needs of your site are met by preparing meals, caring for housing facilities and other behind-the-scenes tasks.Work Projects Coordinator Role:  Staff are hired into specific roles that focus on planning and facilitating service for groups. In addition to the overall tasks, Work Projects Coordinators will:Build meaningful relationships in a community while meeting tangible needs.Help youth engage in the community by leading work crews in painting, yard work and minor projects.YouthWorks will provide extensive training in partnering with community members, setting up and completing projects and managing crews throughout the day.Invite participants to come alongside the community to make a lasting impact.We have a small number of sites where we do more advanced projects such as flooring and drywall. Please note on your application if you have experience in more elaborate home repair projects.  Qualifications:  Must be at least 19 years of age during YouthWorks summer dates and one year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with ChristDesire to serve the ChurchAble to relate to youthModel servant leadershipHave a teachable spiritAdministratively mindedAble to problem solve, cast vision and manage detailsMaintain relationships with community partnersPassion for working with local nonprofit and social service organizationsMust meet our driving requirements of being 19 years of age or older during YouthWorks summer dates and have a valid U.S. driver’s license*Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Savannah, Georgia To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Position - Work Projects - Lake Traverse at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.   As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience. Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members. Every staff member performs the following tasks:Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences for teenagers and their Adult Leaders.Coordinate and provide leadership for daily service activities.Develop meaningful relationships as you act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Promote an environment where youth connect their service to Jesus.Interact with students throughout the week.Lead daily large group programming with your team.Ensure that practical needs of your site are met by preparing meals, caring for housing facilities and other behind-the-scenes tasks.Work Projects Coordinator Role:  Staff are hired into specific roles that focus on planning and facilitating service for groups. In addition to the overall tasks, Work Projects Coordinators will:Build meaningful relationships in a community while meeting tangible needs.Help youth engage in the community by leading work crews in painting, yard work and minor projects.YouthWorks will provide extensive training in partnering with community members, setting up and completing projects and managing crews throughout the day.Invite participants to come alongside the community to make a lasting impact.We have a small number of sites where we do more advanced projects such as flooring and drywall. Please note on your application if you have experience in more elaborate home repair projects.  Qualifications:  Must be at least 19 years of age during YouthWorks summer dates and one year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with ChristDesire to serve the ChurchAble to relate to youthModel servant leadershipHave a teachable spiritAdministratively mindedAble to problem solve, cast vision and manage detailsMaintain relationships with community partnersPassion for working with local nonprofit and social service organizationsMust meet our driving requirements of being 19 years of age or older during YouthWorks summer dates and have a valid U.S. driver’s license*Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Lake Traverse Reservation, South Dakota To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Position – Utility Site Coordinator at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience.Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members. Every staff member performs the following tasks:Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences for teenagers and their Adult Leaders.Coordinate and provide leadership for daily service activities.Develop meaningful relationships as you act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Promote an environment where youth connect their service to Jesus.Interact with students throughout the week.Lead daily large group programming with your team.Ensure that practical needs of your site are met by preparing meals, caring for housing facilities and other behind-the-scenes tasks.Utility Site Coordinator Role:  Staff are hired into specific roles that focus on planning and facilitating service for groups. In addition to the overall tasks, Utility Site Coordinators will:Utility Support Coordinators are equipped to take on multiple positions and to offer support and encouragement to staff teams.While serving in a variety of areas, they will coordinate daily service activities and see students impacted as they experience Christ through service.Staff must be flexible and willing to adapt to changing roles and locations.Utility Support Coordinators may begin the summer temporarily assigned to a specific community, however, at any point during the spring or summer, Utility Support Coordinators may be permanently placed with a team to fill an open position.Qualifications:  Must be 18 years of age or older, and one-year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with Christ & ability to facilitate a ministry focused environment.Be willing to relocate during the term of employment to a community in which YouthWorks mission trips are taking place.Staff must be able to conduct various physical and strenuous tasks safely. Tasks include, but are not limited to, lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds, directing participants in meal preparation, and safely operating YouthWorks vehicles.Demonstrate problem-solving skillsLeadership and/or volunteer experience preferredModel servant leadershipSee our website for more detailed information about qualifications.  Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Select your top preferences from 15+ locations across the countryIncluding: Puerto Rico; Bayou La Batre, AL; Savannah, Georgia; Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina; Denver, Co; St.Louis, Missouri; Louisville, Kentucky; Logan County, West Virginia; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Niagara Falls, New York; Indianapolis, Indiana; Benton Harbor, Michigan; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Rapid City, South Dakota; Lake Traverse Reservation; South Dakota.Looking for bilingual staff to go to our Puerto Rico location! To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Position - Community Service Coordinator at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.   As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience. Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members. Every staff member performs the following tasks:Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences for teenagers and their Adult Leaders.Coordinate and provide leadership for daily service activities.Develop meaningful relationships as you act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Promote an environment where youth connect their service to Jesus.Interact with students throughout the week.Lead daily large group programming with your team.Ensure that practical needs of your site are met by preparing meals, caring for housing facilities and other behind-the-scenes tasks.Community Service Coordinator Role:  Staff are hired into specific roles that focus on planning and facilitating service for groups. In addition to the overall tasks, Community Service Coordinators will:Manage partnerships with social service organizations.Confirm and implement weekly service schedules provided by YouthWorks.Coordinate logistics, including assigning volunteers to service sites and executing back-up plans when needed.Travel to service sites to serve alongside youth, Adult Leaders and community contacts.Help teenagers see the impact of their service as they are taken out of their comfort zones and see Jesus in new ways.Qualifications:  Must be at least 19 years of age during YouthWorks summer dates and one year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with ChristDesire to serve the ChurchAble to relate to youthModel servant leadershipHave a teachable spiritAdministratively mindedAble to problem solve, cast vision and manage detailsMaintain relationships with community partnersPassion for working with local nonprofit and social service organizationsMust meet our driving requirements of being 19 years of age or older during YouthWorks summer dates and have a valid U.S. driver’s license*There are a limited amount of non-driving Community Service Coordinator positions available. Please contact us if you are interested in this position but do not meet our driving requirements.  Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Select your top preferences from 15+ locations across the countryIncluding: Puerto Rico; Bayou La Batre, AL; Savannah, Georgia; Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina; Denver, Co; St.Louis, Missouri; Louisville, Kentucky; Logan County, West Virginia; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Niagara Falls, New York; Indianapolis, Indiana; Benton Harbor, Michigan; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Rapid City, South Dakota; Lake Traverse Reservation; South Dakota.Looking for bilingual staff to go to our Puerto Rico location! To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Mission Site Director (Paid Internship) at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to make a lasting impact this summer?  For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian college students like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.As you live in a new community and serve alongside other college students for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasksGrow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges.Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serveServe through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience. Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members – 2 Coordinators and 1 Director.Site Directors: Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences while providing authentic leadership.Manage and participate in the overall operations and programming of a site, including meal preparation, behind-the-scenes tasks and large group programming.Supervise, encourage and coach a minimum of two Site Coordinators.Provide leadership for Adult Leaders and help them process their mission week.Develop meaningful relationships as they act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Oversee finances with integrity and maintain the overall spiritual focus of the mission site.Play an important role in connecting teenagers to God, each other and communities.Qualifications:  College graduate or must have at least four years of post-high school experience*Actively pursuing a relationship with ChristDesire to serve the ChurchAble to relate to youthModel servant leadershipHave a teachable spiritPrevious leadership experienceAbility to lead a teamManagement experience/abilityMust meet our driving requirements of being 20 years of age or older during YouthWorks summer dates and have a valid U.S. driver’s licensePrevious YW summer staff experience is helpful but not required*Alumni who meet all other qualifications other than college graduate or four years post-high school may be considered for a Site Director position.  Compensation:  Starting at $4,500 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Select your top preferences from 15+ locations across the countryIncluding: Puerto Rico; Bayou La Batre, AL; Savannah, Georgia; Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina; Denver, Co; St.Louis, Missouri; Louisville, Kentucky; Logan County, West Virginia; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Niagara Falls, New York; Indianapolis, Indiana; Benton Harbor, Michigan; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Rapid City, South Dakota; Lake Traverse Reservation; South Dakota.Looking for bilingual staff to go to our Puerto Rico location! To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Position (Paid) at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024 It’s time to be a part of something bigger than yourself. Be a part of a team, of a challenge, of a community...  For 30 years, YouthWorks has equipped summer staff to engage in Christ-centered service that leaves a lasting impact on generations. Through our paid summer staff ministry positions, be a part of serving a community while facilitating mission trips for teenagers. As you live in a new community for the summer, you will...  Develop into a leader who can confidently lead small and large groups through service opportunities, engage others across generations, and delegate tasks  Grow personally, professionally, and spiritually as you gain new skills and draw closer to God through all of the life-changing moments and challenges  Inspire others as you engage with teenagers, help them experience God in a whole new way, and make an impact in the community you serve  Serve through respectful service that partners with communities in humility and friendship, as you lead teenagers and their youth leaders through a healthy mission trip experience  Do you want to spend your summer being a part of something bigger than yourself? Apply to be a YouthWorks  Summer Staff to begin your journey.  Positions:  Community Service Coordinator: Manage partnerships with social service organizations. Confirm and implement weekly service schedules provided by YouthWorks. Coordinate logistics, including assigning volunteers to service sites and executing back-up plans when needed. Travel to service sites to serve alongside youth, Adult Leaders and community contacts. Help teenagers see the impact of their service as they are taken out of their comfort zones and see Jesus in new ways.  Utility Support Coordinator: Utility Support Coordinators are equipped to take on multiple positions and to offer support and encouragement to staff teams. While serving in a variety of areas, they will coordinate daily service activities and see students impacted as they experience Christ through service. Staff must be flexible and willing to adapt to changing roles and locations. Utility Support Coordinators may begin the summer temporarily assigned to a specific community, however, at any point during the spring or summer, they may be permanently placed with a team to fill an open position.  Work Projects Coordinator: Build meaningful relationships in a community while meeting tangible needs. Help youth engage in the community by leading work crews in painting, yard work and minor projects. YouthWorks will provide training in partnering with community members, setting up and completing projects and managing crews throughout the day. Invite participants to come alongside the community to make a lasting impact.  **We have a small number of sites where we do more advanced projects such as flooring and drywall. Please note on your application if you have experience in more elaborate home repair projects.    Team Tasks/Roles:  Engage in respectful service and regularly communicate with community partnersEngage throughout the day with churches, including youth and Adult LeadersFacilitate devotions and upfront evening programming and worship*Lead a team of students in meal preparation, respectful service, and various activitiesSite preparations including inventory, shopping and confirming service scheduleQualifications:  Must be 18 years of age or older, and one-year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with Christ & ability to facilitate a ministry focused environment.Be willing to relocate during the term of employment to a community in which YouthWorks mission trips are taking place.Staff must be able to conduct various physical and strenuous tasks safely. Tasks include, but are not limited to, lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds, directing participants in meal preparation, and safely operating YouthWorks vehicles.Demonstrate problem-solving skillsLeadership and/or volunteer experience preferredModel servant leadershipSee our website for more detailed information about qualifications.  Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7th (Limited half summer terms may also be available).Staff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Select your top preferences from 15+ locations across the countryIncluding: Puerto Rico; Bayou La Batre, AL; Savannah, Georgia; Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina; Denver, Co; St.Louis, Missouri; Louisville, Kentucky; Logan County, West Virginia; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Niagara Falls, New York; Indianapolis, Indiana; Benton Harbor, Michigan; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Rapid City, South Dakota; Lake Traverse Reservation; South Dakota.Looking for bilingual staff to go to our Puerto Rico location! To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Summer Ministry Internship (Paid) at YouthWorks

Saturday, May 4, 2024
Employer: YouthWorks Expires: 05/12/2024  Are you needing an internship credit this summer AND wanting to do something meaningful in Christian ministry?   We know that for many college and grad students sometimes there can feel like a tension between wanting to use the summer to prepare them for their future career or serving on Christ-centered mission trips or projects. So, with YouthWorks Summer Staff positions, we hope to help you accomplish both…and we’ll pay you in the process!   For 30 years, YouthWorks has helped Christian young adults like you gain mission experience and develop their skills by hiring them to facilitate Christ-centered mission trips for teenagers. It’s not easy but the work is meaningful. God uses it to make a lasting impact in communities across the US and change the lives of teenagers. Because of the impact they make, our Summer Staff alumni tend to return summer after summer, and enter the mission field, ministry, and marketplace better equipped and with life-long friendships.   Previous summer staff have received internship credit or relevant work experience fulfilling this role from the following majors: Christian Ministries, Theology, Youth Ministry, Communications, Business, Leadership Studies, and more.  YouthWorks Summer Staff positions create unique opportunities for you to…  Gain dynamic professional skills & ministry experience.Be developed though training, supervision, and evaluation.Collaborate with a team of three leaders at your site.Get Paid! (…unlike many internships) Talk with your academic advisor to see if any of the roles below would qualify for your specific internship requirements.   Position Overview:  Each YouthWorks mission site has 3 staff members. Every staff member performs the following tasks:Facilitate respectful mission trip experiences for teenagers and their Adult Leaders.Coordinate and provide leadership for daily service activities.Develop meaningful relationships as you act as a liaison between YouthWorks and the community.Promote an environment where youth connect their service to Jesus.Interact with students throughout the week.Lead daily large group programming with your team.Ensure that practical needs of your site are met by preparing meals, caring for housing facilities and other behind-the-scenes tasks.Roles:  Staff are hired into specific roles that focus on planning and facilitating service for groups  Community Service Coordinator: Manage partnerships with social service organizations. Confirm and implement weekly service schedules provided by YouthWorks. Coordinate logistics, including assigning volunteers to service sites and executing back-up plans when needed. Travel to service sites to serve alongside youth, Adult Leaders and community contacts. Help teenagers see the impact of their service as they are taken out of their comfort zones and see Jesus in new ways.  Utility Support Coordinator: Utility Support Coordinators are equipped to take on multiple positions and to offer support and encouragement to staff teams. While serving in a variety of areas, they will coordinate daily service activities and see students impacted as they experience Christ through service. Staff must be flexible and willing to adapt to changing roles and locations. Utility Support Coordinators may begin the summer temporarily assigned to a specific community, however, at any point during the spring or summer, they may be permanently placed with a team to fill an open position.  Work Projects Coordinator: Build meaningful relationships in a community while meeting tangible needs. Help youth engage in the community by leading work crews in painting, yard work and minor projects. YouthWorks will provide training in partnering with community members, setting up and completing projects and managing crews throughout the day. Invite participants to come alongside the community to make a lasting impact.  **We have a small number of sites where we do more advanced projects such as flooring and drywall. Please note on your application if you have experience in more elaborate home repair projects.   Qualifications:  Must be 18 years of age or older, and one-year post-high school or equivalentActively pursuing a relationship with Christ & ability to facilitate a ministry focused environment.Be willing to relocate during the term of employment to a community in which YouthWorks mission trips are taking place.Staff must be able to conduct various physical and strenuous tasks safely. Tasks include, but are not limited to, lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds, directing participants in meal preparation, and safely operating YouthWorks vehicles.Demonstrate problem-solving skillsLeadership and/or volunteer experience preferredModel servant leadershipSee our website for more detailed information about qualifications.  Compensation:  Starting at $3,000 + YouthWorks covers the cost of food, housing, and work related on transportationInternship Credit available (for most universities)$150 Bonus for qualified guitar, piano, or ukulele players who help facilitate worship on site*Dates of Employment:  The dates for summer employment are May 21st - August 7thStaff must relocate to assigned community for the duration of the summer. YouthWorks will provide housing, food, and transportation costs while on site.Locations:  Select your top preferences from 15+ locations across the countryIncluding: Puerto Rico; Bayou La Batre, AL; Savannah, Georgia; Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina; Denver, Co; St.Louis, Missouri; Louisville, Kentucky; Logan County, West Virginia; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Niagara Falls, New York; Indianapolis, Indiana; Benton Harbor, Michigan; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Rapid City, South Dakota; Lake Traverse Reservation, South Dakota.Looking for bilingual staff to go to our Puerto Rico location! To Apply, please visit YouthWorks.Com/Summer-Staff  Recruiting:  Phone: 877-249-9904  Email: recruiting@youthworks.com 

Middle School Math Teacher (Graettinger, IA) at Grundmeyer Leader Services LLC

Friday, May 3, 2024
Employer: Grundmeyer Leader Services LLC Expires: 05/19/2024 Middle School Math Teacher

Professional Development Specialist at Department of Defense Education Activity

Thursday, May 2, 2024
Employer: Department of Defense Education Activity Expires: 05/15/2024 Summary About the Position:The Professional Development Specialist is part of a team of professional educators who serve as consultants, coaches, collaborators, presenters, and facilitators within and across districts within the region to support district staffs.This position is not part of a bargaining unit.Federal employees in Okinawa, Japan are currently entitled to receive a 0% Post Allowance (COLA) in addition to the base salary. Post Allowance changes frequently.Learn more about this agencyThis job is open to  Federal employees - Competitive service Current or former competitive service federal employees. Federal employees - Excepted service Current excepted service federal employees. The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agency See 'Who May Apply' in the 'Qualifications' section for more information on who is eligible to apply for this position.Duties Provide professional development for the implementation of systemic priorities (such as the implementation of College and Career Ready standards).Facilitate horizontal and vertical learning networks for regional districts.Promote innovative best practices (best practices include curriculum, instruction, and assessment) within professional learning communities.Coordinate instructional services to ensure efficient implementation while avoiding redundancies.Facilitate vertical and horizontal communication among educators for Prekindergarten through 12th grade levels.Consult with assigned grade-level (or content area) subject matter experts at Headquarters/Districts to support quality program implementations.Provide guidance to district/school leadership teams on educational goal development aligned to DoDEA's missions/beliefs/priorities.Implement a collaborative coaching approach to district/school leaders.Requirements Conditions of Employment Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.Proof of U.S. Citizenship required.Direct deposit of pay is required.Two-year trial or probationary period may be required.Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation.This position requires a Tier 3 (T3) investigation with Childcare Checks since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age.You may be required to sign a transportation agreement.You will be required to sign a mobility agreement, be available for worldwide placement, and be willing to rotate to any DoDEA location.Must be able to satisfy the requirements of the 26JUL12 DODI 1400.25 V1230, DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee Return Rights. Visit http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/140025v1230.pdf.Individuals hired from the Continental United States (CONUS) and their family members (who are US citizens) are required to obtain Official Passports prior to departure to the overseas area.Qualifications Who May Apply:U.S. Citizens Current Competitive Service Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Civilian EmployeeCurrent Excepted Service Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) EmployeeCurrent Excepted Service Department of Defense EmployeeCurrent Excepted Service EmployeeCurrent Permanent Department of Defense (DoD) Civilian EmployeeNon-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer(NOTE: If you are claiming to be an excepted service employee, the most current SF50 must be uploaded and block 34 must be a "2". If you are claiming to be a competitive service employee, the most current SF50 must be uploaded and block 34 must be a "1".)In order to qualify, you must meet the education AND experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.BASIC REQUIREMENTS:Education Requirement: A Master's Degree or higher in Education or Special Education. The course work must have been completed at, or accepted by, a regionally accredited U.S. college or university. Applicants must provide copies of official bachelor's and master's transcripts (include EDS and Doctorate if applicable). Semester hours for credit bearing internships or practicum experiences in educational leadership and/or supervision is accepted.ANDGeneral Experience (5 Years): Elementary or secondary school experience in a teaching, educational research, development of curriculum and instructional materials, education assessment and evaluation, professional development, special education, educational administration, which clearly demonstrated success in applying the principles, methods, and techniques of education, and provided familiarity with current developments in teaching,learning, instructional leadership, and professional development.ANDSpecialized Experience (2 Years): Experience in a professional position which clearly demonstrated the ability to administer and support PreK-12 grade curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional development, or special education programs and to effectively support educators in professional growth. Specialized experience must include a minimum of two years as an Elementary or Secondary School Administrator, Instructional Systems Specialist (ISS), Curriculum Coordinator or Instructional Coach above the school level at district or state level.ANDProfessional Certification/License Requirement: Must be DoDEA certified/certifiable in any of the general education content areas listed below.. Elementary School Grades PK-5. Middle School Grades 6-8. High School Grades 9-12Note: Reciprocity will be given to applicants who submit a valid unencumbered fully professional teaching license with a certification comparable to DoDEA general education content areas above and issued from a State Board of Education of the United States and its U.S. territories or National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS). The unencumbered professional teaching license will be considered to have fulfilled the semester hour requirement for DoDEA general education certification and applicant will be found eligible for the Professional Certification/License Requirement for this vacancy. All undergraduate and graduate official transcripts are still required to be submitted with application to be deemed eligible for theEducation requirement.You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Education Consultation, Coaching and CollaborationInstructional Delivery and Learner DevelopmentInterpersonal SkillsLearning and Program EvaluationPartneringTraining and Education AnalysisEducation FOREIGN EDUCATION: Foreign Degrees and Course Work from Non-accredited Institutions. Credits or degrees earned from a foreign college or university must be evaluated prior to acceptance. Three evaluation procedures are acceptable:1. the work may be evaluated and interpreted by the International Education Research Foundation, Inc., Credential Evaluation Service, Post Office Box 3665, Culver City, CA 90231-3665 or www.ierf.org/ or 310-258-9451.2. the foreign institution that awarded the degree is on a list endorsed by a regionally accredited university or on a list endorsed by a state department of education for the purpose of teacher certification in that state (this procedure will require an English translation of the transcript and a copy of the document awarding the degree, together with an authenticated list produced by an American university or a state department of education); and3. the work may be evaluated by the graduate division of a regionally accredited university and declared the equivalent of similar undergraduate or graduate work in a U.S. institution.Graduates of non-accredited institutions may have their undergraduate work validated by admittance to graduate school and completion of a minimum of 5 semester hours of credit in a regionally accredited graduate college.Additional information  Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program requirements as outlined in the DoD Instruction 1315.19.Applicants must be U.S. citizens who are not considered Ordinarily Resident under the applicable Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA). An ordinarily resident is anyone who has lived in the host country longer than the allowed number of days without being a member of the forces assigned, civilian component or a family member of either the aforementioned or who has obtained a work permit for any duration. Ordinarily Resident restrictions apply and vary depending on the host nation.Applicants who have family members with special medical needs should ensure that prior to accepting a position overseas their family members' medical needs can be met. Access to care in a military treatment facility may not be available to civilian employees except on a space available basis. Consequently, host nation medical facilities may be the only care available. The availability and level of care at host nation medical facilities will vary by location.Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.Medical and dental care may be provided by host nation providers. The availability and level of care at host nation medical and dental facilities will vary by location.Status candidates subject to the 5 year overseas rotation, who are currently overseas, must have enough time to meet the initial tour stated in the job announcement. Waivers may not be granted to meet the 5 year limitation requirement.Status applicants in their fourth year of an overseas assignment cannot be selected unless a waiver of the 5 year overseas service limitation requirement is approved.Selectees initially recruited from the United States may receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, home leave, etc. (Subject to approval). Overseas allowances may be authorized in accordance with Department of State Standardized Regulation (DSSR) and DoDI 1400.25 volume 1250. http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/1400.25-V1250.pdfSelectees recruited outside the U.S. will have their eligibility for foreign area benefits determined at the time of hire.For positions in a foreign country, that country's laws or international agreements may have a direct impact on the ability of an employee's same sex domestic partner or spouse to accompany the employee and receive certain benefits. If you believe you may be affected by these laws and agreements, you should familiarize yourself with relevant information before applying for or accepting this position.The initial length of this overseas tour is 24 months.Applicants with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should notify David Walton ra@dodea.eduThis position is not covered by a bargaining unit.You can find more information about this vacancy in the How You Will Be Evaluated section.  BenefitsHow You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.Basis for Rating: To compete with U.S. Citizens: Qualified candidates will be ranked based on their level of experience. Applicants with veterans' preference are listed ahead of applicants with no preference with the same ratings. Points will be added to an applicant's score if entitled to preference.Additional Information regarding overseas appointments:If an employee brings a child to an overseas location and that child is entitled to attend a DoD school on a space-required basis in accordance with DoDEA Regulation 1342.13, the DoDEA and the Military Department responsible for providing related services will ensure that the child, if eligible for special education, receives a free appropriate public education, including related services pursuant to DoDI 1342.12 and DoDM 1342.12.If an employee brings an infant or toddler (up to 3 years of age) to an overseas location, and that infant or toddler, but for the child's age, is entitled to attend the DoDEA on a space-required basis in accordance with DoDEA Regulation 1342.13, then the Military Department responsible for EIS will provide the infant or toddler with the required EIS in accordance with the eligibility criteria consistent with DoDI 1342.12 and DoDM 1342.12.If an employee brings a family member to an overseas location who requires medical or dental care, then the employee will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.Family member appointments will expire based on the sponsor's rotation date. Family member appointments may not exceed two months after an employee is no longer considered a family member within the local commuting area due to PCS or divorce of sponsor or, in the case of a child, the age of 23. Family members are defined according to the DODI 1400.25, Vol.1232 as: For a military member whose duty station is in a foreign area, the member's spouse or unmarried dependent child. For a civilian US employee as defined by section 2105 of Title 5, United States Code, the employee's spouse, domestic partner, or unmarried dependent child, or unmarried child of the employee's spouse or domestic partner. A family member must physically reside with his or her sponsor to receive family member preference. Required Documents The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist (External).As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.1. Your resume:Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application will be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position.You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.For additional information see: What to include in your resume.2. Other supporting documents:Cover Letter, optional.Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicableLicense or Certification: If this position requires a job-related licensure or certification, you MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. To determine if this position requires a job-related licensure or certification, please review the Qualifications section listed above.Transcripts: This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. You MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package, or you will be rated ineligible. Failure to provide copies of all applicable transcripts will result in disqualification due to incomplete application. You must scan, upload and attach legible photocopies of the following official transcripts:Bachelor's TranscriptMaster's TranscriptEDS Transcript. This transcript is required IF it applies to you.Doctorate's transcript. This transcript is required IF it applies to you.NOTE: Transcripts must include the date and degree was conferred. Transcripts without this information will not be reviewed and will result in disqualification. Your transcripts must clearly identify coursework required for the position you are applying for. Transcripts submitted in other languages other than English must include an official translation or will not be considered. Computer printouts of transcripts, links to transcripts, grade reports, copies of degree diplomas or certificates, illegible copies and unofficial copies of transcripts will not be acceptable. Receipt of these documents will result in automatic disqualification.NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/15/2024 to receive consideration.To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12404582).Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.Additional Information:Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.Locality pay does not apply in the overseas area.Be advised that effective Jan. 1, 2018, under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, most civilian employee relocation allowances became taxable. The Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) reimburses eligible employees for the additional Federal, State, and local income taxes incurred as a result of receiving taxable travel income. For more information, visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction.html.Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.Pay retention may be offered to selected applicants for positions at overseas locations. Pay retention will not be offered as an incentive for employees moving between overseas positions.

Science Teacher at Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Employer: Salem-Keizer Public Schools Expires: 05/18/2024 Primary FunctionInstructs students in the skills and processes of science commensurate with the level of course assignment(s).Responsible toBuilding Principal or Designee.Assigned ResponsibilitiesInstructs students, by precept and example, in proper laboratory safety procedures.Differentiates between scientific hypothesis, theory, and law at appropriate points of instruction.Follows a regular and progressive sequence from concrete to abstract when developing concepts.Ensures that enabling terms or concepts are understood by students before they are used as part of a more complex task.Selects or designs and uses planned sequences of instruction to meet the intent of the course objectives.Matches activities and materials to individual and group skills and needs.Provides evidence of planning for the purposeful and safe conduct of any field trips.Identifies, diagnoses, and prescribes remediation for individual or group problems in assigned course work.Ensures that instructional activities and materials are clearly related to District, school, and department goals and objectives.Provides instruction based on designated instructional guides or develops alternate materials in prescribed District format.Maintains an orderly and supportive classroom environment in which students are actively participating and show respect for one another and for the teacher.Maximizes time when students are paying attention and working on tasks directly related to the subject matter.Conducts interesting and well-paced classes using a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and materials appropriate to the lesson.Gives clear directions and makes sure students understand what to do before undertaking assignments.Assesses, keeps track of, and provides feedback promptly and often to students on their progress and assignments.Uses a grading system that is consistent, fair, and supportable.Selects and requisitions required equipment and supplies through the proper school and department channels.Ensures that supplies, books, and equipment are properly used, maintained and stored, and that inventory records are accurate and current.Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.Participates cooperatively on school, area, and District-wide activities.Follows specified standards, policies, and procedures of the science staff, the building, and District.Additional ResponsibilitiesMinimum QualificationsOregon Teaching Certificate valid for assignment.Successful completion of a college level laboratory safety class or:Pass a District-designed laboratory safety test by June 1, 1983, if employed in Salem's secondary science program as of September, 1981. If subsequently hired, the teacher must pass the test by June 1 of the second year of employment.Type: Licensed FTE: 1.0Status: Temporary, ASAP – June 17, 2024Salary is prorated based on FTE:  $45,478 – $89,512 (Salary range is based on the 2022-23 range and is subject to change)Application Procedure: Apply online

Science Teacher at Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Employer: Salem-Keizer Public Schools Expires: 05/18/2024 Primary FunctionInstructs students in the skills and processes of science commensurate with the level of course assignment(s).Responsible toBuilding Principal or Designee.Assigned ResponsibilitiesInstructs students, by precept and example, in proper laboratory safety procedures.Differentiates between scientific hypothesis, theory, and law at appropriate points of instruction.Follows a regular and progressive sequence from concrete to abstract when developing concepts.Ensures that enabling terms or concepts are understood by students before they are used as part of a more complex task.Selects or designs and uses planned sequences of instruction to meet the intent of the course objectives.Matches activities and materials to individual and group skills and needs.Provides evidence of planning for the purposeful and safe conduct of any field trips.Identifies, diagnoses, and prescribes remediation for individual or group problems in assigned course work.Ensures that instructional activities and materials are clearly related to District, school, and department goals and objectives.Provides instruction based on designated instructional guides or develops alternate materials in prescribed District format.Maintains an orderly and supportive classroom environment in which students are actively participating and show respect for one another and for the teacher.Maximizes time when students are paying attention and working on tasks directly related to the subject matter.Conducts interesting and well-paced classes using a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and materials appropriate to the lesson.Gives clear directions and makes sure students understand what to do before undertaking assignments.Assesses, keeps track of, and provides feedback promptly and often to students on their progress and assignments.Uses a grading system that is consistent, fair, and supportable.Selects and requisitions required equipment and supplies through the proper school and department channels.Ensures that supplies, books, and equipment are properly used, maintained and stored, and that inventory records are accurate and current.Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.Participates cooperatively on school, area, and District-wide activities.Follows specified standards, policies, and procedures of the science staff, the building, and District.Additional ResponsibilitiesMinimum QualificationsOregon Teaching Certificate valid for assignment.Successful completion of a college level laboratory safety class or:Pass a District-designed laboratory safety test by June 1, 1983, if employed in Salem's secondary science program as of September, 1981. If subsequently hired, the teacher must pass the test by June 1 of the second year of employment. Type: Licensed FTE: 1.0Status: Temporary, ASAP - June 17, 2024Salary is prorated based on FTE:  $45,478 – $89,512 (Salary range is based on the 2022-23 range and is subject to change)Application Procedure: Apply online

JROTC, Teacher 2024-25 School Year at Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Employer: Salem-Keizer Public Schools Expires: 05/18/2024 Primary FunctionTo plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program, as designated by the School District, in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.Supervised BySchool Administrator(s)Essential FunctionsStandard – Learner DevelopmentUnderstands how learning occurs—how students construct knowledge, acquire skills, and develop disciplined thinking processes –and knows how to use instructional strategies that promote student learning.Understands that each student’s cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical development influences learning and knows how to make instructional decisions and adjustments that take these factors into account.Standard – Learning DifferencesMakes appropriate provisions (e.g., variations in time, task demands, communication, assessment, and response modes) for individual students who have particular learning differences or needs.Incorporates tools of language development into planning and instruction, including strategies for making content accessible to English language learners and for evaluating and supporting their development of English proficiency and academic English.Accesses appropriate services and resources to meet specific learning differences or needs of students.Standard – Learning EnvironmentsOrganizes, allocates, and manages the resources of time, space, and attention to actively and equitably engage students in learning.Communicates in ways that demonstrate respect for and responsiveness to the cultural backgrounds students bring to the learning community (e.g., appropriate use of eye contact, interpretation of body language and verbal statements, acknowledgement of and responsiveness to different modes of communication and participation).Understands the relationship between engagement and learning and creates learning experiences using strategies that build student self-direction and responsibility for their own learning.Commits to working with students to establish positive and supportive learning environments.Standard – Content KnowledgeEngages students in learning experiences in the discipline(s) they teach that encourage students to understand, question, and analyze ideas from diverse perspectives.Helps students to understand and use academic language meaningfully.Applies major concepts, assumptions, debate, and processes of inquiry that are central to the discipline(s) s/he teaches.Integrates culturally relevant content to build on students’ background knowledge.Maintains working knowledge of student content standards in the discipline(s) s/he teaches.Standard – Application of ContentEngages students in applying disciplinary knowledge to real world problems.Implements relevant learning experiences and authentic assessments incorporating tools and resources to maximize content learning in varied contexts.Develops students’ communication skills in disciplinary and interdisciplinary contexts by creating meaningful opportunities to employ a variety of forms of communication that address varied audiences and purposes.Builds student capacity to collaborate in face-to-face and virtual environments through applying effective interpersonal communication skills.Develops and implements supports for student literacy development across content areas.Models collaboration as an essential learning strategy.Facilitates open and flexible learning environments that encourage student exploration, discovery, expression, and collaboration.Standard – AssessmentDesigns and/or utilizes formative assessments that match learning objectives with assessment formats to engage learners in demonstrating knowledge and skills.Works independently and collaboratively to examine tests and analyze performance data to understand students’ progress and guide planning.Engages students in understanding and identifying quality work and provides them with effective descriptive feedback to guide their progress toward that work.Models and structures processes that help guide students in examining their own thinking and learning as well as the performance of others.Effectively and ethically uses multiple and appropriate types of assessment data to identify student learning needs and develop differentiated learning experiences.Prepares all students for the demands of particular assessment formats and appropriately modifies assessments or testing conditions for English language learners, students with disabilities, and students who are above or below grade level.Takes professional responsibility for administering all assessments in an ethical manner.Takes professional responsibility for aligning learning goals with instruction and assessment.Standard – Planning for InstructionSelects and creates learning experiences that are appropriate for curriculum standards, relevant to learners, and based upon research-based principles of effective instruction.Plans how to achieve student learning goals, by choosing appropriate strategies, resources, and materials to differentiate instruction for individuals and groups of students; developing appropriate sequencing of learning experiences; and allowing multiple ways for students to demonstrate knowledge and skill.Evaluates, develops, and implements short- and long-range goals and planning to systematically adjust instruction to ensure successful student learning.Draws upon cross-disciplinary skills to engage students purposefully in applying content knowledge.Accesses and integrates human resources to support student learning (e.g., field and educational experts, curriculum specialists, exceptional education specialists, language specialists, and community organizations).Standard – Instructional StrategiesEvaluates how to achieve student learning goals and uses appropriate strategies and resources to adapt to the needs of individuals and groups of students.Monitors student learning, engages students in assessing their progress, and adjusts instruction in response to student learning needs.Varies his or her role in the instructional process (e.g., instructor, facilitator, coach, audience) in relation to the content and purposes of instruction and the needs of students.Engages students in using a range of learning skills and technology tools to access, interpret, evaluate, and apply information.Listens effectively to students in order to decipher meaning, including knowledge, values, attitudes and intentions and responds appropriately to them.Uses a variety of instructional strategies to support and expand learner communication through speaking, listening, reading, writing, and other media.Asks questions to stimulate discussion that serves different purposes, for example: probing for learner understanding, helping students articulate their ideas and thinking processes, promoting risk-taking and problem-solving, facilitating factual recall, encouraging convergent and divergent thinking, stimulating curiosity, and helping students to question.Uses appropriate strategies to differentiate instruction and engage all students in complex thinking and meaningful tasks.Collaborates with learners, colleagues, families, and the larger community in the design and implementation of learning experiences that are linked to instructional goals.Standard – Professional Learning and Ethical PracticeEngages in meaningful and appropriate learning opportunities to develop knowledge and skills in order to provide all learners with engaging curriculum and learning experiences based on local and state standards.Uses, independently and in collaboration with colleagues, a variety of data to evaluate the outcomes of teaching and learning and to adapt instructional planning and practice.Reflects on his/her personal biases and accesses resources to deepen his/her own understanding of cultural, ethnic, gender, and learning differences to build stronger relationships and create more relevant learning experiences.Advocates, models, and teaches safe, legal, and ethical use of information and technology, including the appropriate documentation of sources and respect for others in the use of social media.Understands laws related to learners’ rights and teacher responsibilities, including those identified in the Standards for Competent and Ethical Performance of Oregon Educators (e.g., educational equity, appropriate education for learners with disabilities, confidentiality, privacy, appropriate treatment of learners, reporting situations of possible child abuse).Standard – Leadership and CollaborationTakes an active role on the instructional team, giving and receiving feedback on practice, examining learner work, analyzing data from multiple sources, and sharing responsibility for decision making and accountability for each student’s learning.Works with other school professionals to plan and jointly facilitate learning on how to meet diverse needs of learners.Works collaboratively with learners and their families to establish mutual expectations and ongoing communication to support learner development and achievement.Seeks appropriate opportunities to model effective practice for colleagues, to lead professional learning activities, and serve in other leadership roles.Maintains open lines of communication with all District staff to establish and support a positive, professional, and productive work environment.Additional FunctionsUpon request, assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.Takes precautions to provide for the health and safety of all students.Takes precautions to secure and protect District material, equipment, and facilities.Participates in activities which are related to school functions and/or the educative process which occur outside the regular school day, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsA valid and current Oregon Teaching LicenseAppropriate endorsement(s) for assigned subject(s) and level(s)Knowledge of child growth and development at each level of instructionOral and written English language proficiency Work Environment Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions with routine exposure to the weather including seasonal heat and cold. Subject to frequent loud noises in the environment.Physical RequirementsHearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to perform assigned duties; sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment; kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and materials, and lifting light objects. Strength: Sedentary/Medium – Exert force to 10-25 lbs. frequently, and up to 10 lbs. constantly or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.Start date: August 27, 2024Type: Licensed FTE: 1.0Status: Permanent Salary is prorated based on FTE: $45,478 – $89,512  (Salary is based on the 2022-23 schedule and is subject to change)Application Procedure: Apply online

Corporate Education Intern at Gertens Family of Businesses

Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Employer: Gertens Family of Businesses Expires: 05/10/2024 Are you looking for an internship with a growing organization and market leader?  Look no further and join Gertens Family of Businesses!  As the Corporate Education Intern you will support the education department by performing a variety of tasks including training coordination, course design, and analysis of training data. This paid internship will run from May 20, 2024 - August 16, 2024 in Inver Grove Heights, MN.  Housing accommodations are not provided.   Training Coordination• Process training requests• Enroll and notify course participants, follow up and track course completions.Course Design and Creation• Coordinate with SMEs on course overview, course content, audience and course launch/completion deadlines.• Structure and format content to be placed on LMS utilizing company specific content, photos and videos.• Preview and test new courses from enrollment through completion.• Analyze course survey feedback.Training Data• Enter all enrollments in Education Team Trackers• Daily analysis of enrollment and completion reportsIndividual Intern Project with presentation sharing knowledge gained and benefits of the internship experience and project results.Required Qualifications:• Junior or Senior in college• Pursuing or already received an associate or bachelor’s degree in Education, Retail Management, or Human Resources, or related field.• Proficient in Microsoft office suite products• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and perform tasks efficiently.• Exceptional analytical, organizational and communication skills. E-VerifyGertens Family of Businesses participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States.  The E-Verify program is an Internet-Based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.   Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 

4th Grade Classroom Teacher at Saipan Community School

Monday, April 29, 2024
Employer: Saipan Community School Expires: 05/09/2024 Hafa Adai and warm greetings from Saipan Community School!  Saipan Community School is located on the beautiful tropical island of Saipan within the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands. The island offers a broad range of outdoor sports, leisure, and aquatic activities, and our tropical climate means that outdoor activities are available year-round. The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands affords a low-income tax rate through a generous rebate system. This means that your salary results in greater take-home pay than in many other jurisdictions. SCS is a small mission school serving the community of Saipan through quality Christian education. This past year, we had 111 students from K-8th grade. For SCS School Year 2024-25 (Aug 2024- May 2025) we have open positions for:2nd Grade Classroom Teacher4th Grade Classroom Teacher Requirements:Saipan Community School teacher requirements are to be a graduate of an accredited U.S. college with certification in the area of employment, and a love of teaching kids. Teachers must be Christians and must be of like faith and doctrine of Saipan Community Church. Teachers need to be sensitive to individual differences, have patience to help students reach their potential, respect the dignity and worth of each student, and strive to promote a positive self-image in each student. SCS Employment information and downloadable application can be found on our website at:  http://saipancommunityschool.com/employment.html  Teachers are responsible for reporting to the principal, guiding pupils in learning activities in subjects included in curriculum, safety and welfare of pupils in classrooms, on campus, and on field trips, maintain accurate records of students’ attendance and progress by preparing periodic progress reports, and report cards. The teacher is to maintain an orderly classroom with established routines and discipline, prepare daily and/or weekly lesson plans and materials based on curriculum.  The starting salary is $20,938 and it is a mission opportunity. However, when compared to the other private schools on Saipan, it's on par as we provide on-campus apartment housing for off-island teachers. The teachers pay a low monthly rent, regardless if they share with another teacher in a two-bedroom apartment or have a studio. Teachers are responsible for their own utilities, water, cable, and internet. Some teachers will share a 2-bedroom depending on the gender of the teachers we hire. We also have two (studio) one-bedroom units as well. Saipan Community School is recognized island-wide for its academic excellence. The school uses US Common Core Standards for its basic curriculum, with text from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and online learning support services such as IXL, Seasaw, ClassDojo, Thinkwave, etc. In addition to core subjects, each student is also trained in Art, Music, Computers and PE. Band is offered as an elective for students in 4th-8th grades and Ukulele is offered for students 3rd-8th grades. Students participate in sporting competitions sponsored by the Public School System and as a part of the Private Schools Sports League.   Our students successfully compete in local athletics, regional band and music competitions, National Speech and Debate, Math Court, the Scripps Spelling Bee, a school-wide STEM Fair, Young Writers Workshop, Art Show and Cultural Day. Saipan Community School's mission is to prepare elementary and middle school students for further studies and to help them become productive members of society by providing a quality academic education in a Christian environment, emphasizing the importance of integrity, morality, civic responsibility, a positive work ethic, and a proper relationship to God and fellow men and women.  If that sounds intriguing, please send your application and a message to principal@saipancommunityschool.com  and check out the SCS website! www.saipancommunityschool.com

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