Month: February 2021

Perks of Working at Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital Summer Sleepaway Camp

• Salaries start at $275 per week
• Room, board, and laundry facilities provided
• Paid pre-camp training and professional development
• Free certification in CPR/First Aid and other activities dependent on position (lifeguarding, archery, etc.)
• Networking opportunities and a chance to work with culturally diverse staff and campers
• College credit/internship (We’ll work with you to fulfill requirements.)
• Ample time off
• Skill development in leadership, communication, problem-solving, behavior management, creativity, and more
• A summer outdoors in the woods without screens!
• Memories and friendships to last a lifetime
• The opportunity to create a positive impact on the youth of today

Here’s the link to online information about sleepaway camp employment which includes the application links: www.gscnc.org/resident. 

Students are encouraged to submit their applications before March 31, 2021. 

Contact Ebony Squire with GSNC by phone or text (202-274-2178) or email ([email protected]) with any questions you may have before applying.

Delta Kappa Gamma has announced that it is currently accepting applications (until April 15, 2021) for the Frances N. Wimer Recruitment Grant (Scholarship). Read the announcement here:

 

DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SOCIETY, BETA CHAPTER

FRANCES N. WIMER RECRUITMENT GRANT (Scholarship)

 

What is Delta Kappa Gamma?

Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is an organization whose purposes are to unite women educators of the world and to advance the professional interests and positions of women in education; to stimulate the personal and professional growth of members and to inform the membership of economic, social, political, and educational issues to the end that they may become intelligent functioning members of a world society. 

 

The Frances N. Wimer Grant

The grant consists of $1,000 paid directly to a rising junior, senior, or postgraduate student at an accredited college/university who plans to pursue a teaching career.

 

Eligibility

 The applicant must be:

1. a female, rising junior, senior, or graduate level at a college/university in Virginia;
2. majoring in a teacher preparation curriculum;
3. carrying a full-time credit load as determined by her university/college;
4. maintaining at least a 3.0 grade average;
5. a resident of the greater Richmond area: City of Richmond, counties of Henrico, Powhatan, Goochland, Chesterfield, Charles City, New Kent, and Hanover; and
6. planning to teach in the greater Richmond area (preferred).

 

Application Process

The applicant should complete the attached application, requesting that a faculty member complete the faculty nomination portion.

Applications must be completed and returned to the Scholarship Committee of Delta Kappa Gamma, Beta Chapter, along with an official college transcript by April 15, 2021.

If the committee cannot easily select one applicant, finalists may be interviewed probably virtually.  Once the winner is selected, all applicants will be informed of the results by May, 2021.

 

Selection Process

Awards are made on the basis of demonstrated scholastic achievement and career commitment (as stated in letter of commitment to teaching) for applicants who meet the requirements above.  Final selection of the winner is made by Delta Kappa Gamma, Beta Chapter.

Click here for the application form.

 

TL;DR: Random Acts of Kindness Day is on Wednesday, February 17. Click here for ideas on how to participate.

I was in a grocery store checkout line recently and noticed a frantic-looking customer balancing a mountain of items on her person a few lanes down. I watched nonchalantly as she eyed the checkout belt longingly, counting down the minutes until she could move up in line and relieve her arms of their heavy burden.

I didn’t think much of it at first. I had been there before, of course. We’ve all walked into a store with the best of intentions to go cart-less and get one or two items, only to have our plans quickly diverted by a tempting sale or irresistible snack. The scene playing out in front of me happened daily, I’m sure; she would just have to wait her turn like everybody else.

Except she didn’t. The gentleman in front of her noticed her struggle and invited her to cut in front of him. She hesitated at first, but then seemed to remember her arms were giving out and moved up in line with gratitude. And then the next person invited her to cut, too, and the next, until she was finally able to set her items down on the belt. She looked back to thank them all and they smiled and waved it off like it was no big deal. But it was. In what I imagine was a split-second decision, the man who chose kindness inspired every person witnessing the occasion to follow suit. One simple gesture created a ripple effect throughout the community that I’d bet lasted far beyond that moment.

I think we too often mistake being kind for being taken advantage of. We worry that letting a person cut in line means we don’t stand up for ourselves, or we decide it’s our responsibility to “teach them a lesson.” The problem with this mindset is that it benefits nobody, including ourselves. The person struggling to hold their items continues to move forward with their day frantically, and we go home with a pompous attitude, letting someone else’s “lack of planning” put a damper on our plans.

What if instead we gave people the benefit of doubt and released ourselves from the grip of assumptions and perception? Perhaps letting somebody cut in line isn’t weak after all, but selfless and generous. Perhaps that frantic person isn’t scattered and in need of a lesson, but instead having to unexpectedly take care of a family member who is sick.

Shifting our thoughts in this way and choosing kindness in ordinary moments has the profound ability to improve the mood and health of all involved. Research shows that witnessing, participating in, and receiving acts of kindness can increase energy, happiness, pleasure, endorphins, and levels of oxytocin and serotonin. Likewise, it can decrease stress, anxiety, depression, and blood pressure. It really is worth our energy and effort.

And so, I urge us all to participate in an upcoming initiative that can help us begin choosing kindness in our lives. Wednesday, February 17, is Random Acts of Kindness Day. Will you join me in committing to at least one Random Act of Kindness, no matter how small or big, for the sake of others and ourselves?

CEHD Student Success Grad Professional Assistant, Jennifer, has gathered some ideas to get us started. Click the image below to view them.

As part of the College of Education and Human Development’s continuing efforts to support student research here at George Mason University, we are sharing this research study participation request:

I’m Sasha Toophanie, a Criminal Justice Masters student at Mason, and I’m completing a white paper for CRIM 517, our practicum course. I’m writing my white paper for George Mason’s Police Department (GMUPD) and focusing on their community policing efforts, as well as current student perception of the police.

To gather data, I’m conducting an anonymous survey out to undergraduate students and alumni to assess student perception and provide data on how GMUPD can improve their community policing strategies in the future.

Participate in the survey here.

 

CEHD has received several recent updates from school districts looking to hire our recent and upcoming education graduates, and CEHD students. Please read on to learn more!

Prince William County Schools:

Subject: Apply now for Substitute Teacher/Teacher Assistant positions

Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) cares about our community and recognizes many community members’ jobs have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

If you, or someone you know, may be interested in a position, making a difference, and earning money, Apply to PWCS today! 

PWCS is the largest employer in Prince William County and is seeking passionate, dedicated and qualified applicants to join PWCS. 

Here are some great reasons to consider working in PWCS:

• Support an organization that makes a difference
• Earn additional money
• Flexible hours (Most substitute personnel have flexibility to choose whenthey would like to work, how often, and at which locations).
• Mentor others and transfer your knowledge and skills
• Thrive in a positive work environment
• Participate in PWCS’s Supplemental Retirement Plan and have access to PWCS’s Employee Discount Program

Applications are being accepted for the following positions:

Substitute Teacher: Requires 60+ college credits.  (Substitute Teachers earn $16.01/hour).  Interested candidates are to submit a Substitute/Temporary Application, provide a copy of your college transcripts, and provide the certificate showing completion of the free online one-hour Child Abuse and Neglect Training.  

Substitute Teacher Assistant: ($14/hour). Interested candidates are to submit a Substitute/Temporary Application, and provide the certificate showing completion of the free online one-hour Child Abuse and Neglect Training. Contact 703.791.8050 for more information.

Substitute Bus Drivers: ($19.11/hour). Submit a Classified Application. Paid training is provided to successful candidates. Contact 571.402.3868 for more information

Substitute Custodians: ($13.41/hour). Submit a Classified Application. Contact 703.791.8361 for more information.

Lifeguards: ($10.76/hour), Head Lifeguards: ($12.91/hour) or Swim Instructors: ($16.15/hour). Submit a Classified Application. The Aquatics Center is located at Colgan High School (13833 Dumfries Rd., Manassas). Night and weekend hours are available. Contact 571.374.6333 for more information. Lifeguard certification classes will be provided to successful candidates.

In addition to these positions, PWCS also has Teacher, Classified/Support, Coach, Temporary, and Administrative positions available for the current school year, as well as, following school year.  Review the current job postings.

For consideration, submit the applicable Application available via: http://jobs.pwcs.edu/WorkSpace/.

If you need assistance, please contact the Employment Service Center by phone: 703-791-8050 or email: [email protected]. HR staff are available to assist Monday – Friday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

York County School Division:

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Virginia Diversity Network:

The Virginia Diversity Network is offering a free career fair for educators on Saturday, February 20, 2021. Candidates should email their resume to [email protected] by Wednesday, February 17. Find more information about the event here.