Lone Star Leadership Academy - Employment Application

Lone Star Leadership Academy Weeklong Programs Application For Employment
APPLICATION DEADLINE

SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Education in Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
I understand that the Lone Star Leadership Academy is a week-long, overnight camp and that ALL staff members reside with the students at all times (including providing overnight supervision in the student bunk-style dorms).
STUDENT NOMINATIONS FOR THE LONE STAR LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Education in Action relies on teacher nominations in order to provide outstanding students with information about the Lone Star Leadership Academy. We invite you to visit our website to nominate your outstanding 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and/or 8th grade students. Students must obtain an 85 or higher grade point average, be involved in their community and/or school and demonstrate leadership ability.

Students are not required to attend your school, and you can also request that other educators nominate on your behalf.

Web Address for nominations:

http://www.educationinaction.org/educators/nominations.php
I have visited the Education in Action website and nominated at least twelve outstanding students. *If you ARE NOT an educator and have invited another educator to nominate "on your behalf," Please e-mail Rhonda Richardson this information at rrichardson@educationinaction.org. Thank you for your support!*
Thank you for your interest in our Lone Star Leadership Academy summer camps!

We encourage and request that all staff members support Education in Action through student nominations. This helps spread the word about our Lone Star Leadership Academy summer camps to outstanding students and their families. This also ensures that we have a need for staff members throughout the summer. You are welcome to apply if you have students to nominate or can ask an educator to nominate on your behalf. If you have questions, please contact Rhonda Richardson at 817-562-4957, ext 103 or rrichardson@educationinaction.org

Nominating Educators Receive:
- Lone Star Leader Award certificates to recognize nominees at your school's end-of-year Awards Ceremony
- This year's Lone Star Leader t-shirt when you nominate 12 or more outstanding students
- This year's Lone Star Leader t-shirt AND a Texas-themed, insulated, 20-ounce waterbottle when you nominate 25 or more outstanding students
- Invitation to represent your school on Education in Action's Board of Educators
Each Nominee Receives:
- A personalized Lone Star Leader Award Certificate of Recognition
- An invitation to apply to join delegations of other outstanding young Texas leaders at a Lone Star Leadership Academy summer camp.
Click here to nominate: https://educationinaction.org/nominate-leaders

Thank you!
LONE STAR LEADERSHIP ACADEMY MANDATORY STAFF TRAINING
Education in Action holds a one-day, mandatory staff training each year before camps begin. ALL staff members are required to attend. Compensation for training is $50.00.

If you are unable to attend for any reason, please do not complete the application. You are welcome to apply in future years. Thank you.
Are you available to attend a mandatory training session in Keller, TX on Sunday, May 17, 2026 starting at 8:30 AM?*
Thank you for your interest in our Lone Star Leadership Academy summer camps.

ALL staff members are required to attend our mandatory staff training. You are welcome to apply in future years. Thank you.

We encourage your support of Education in Action through student nominations! https://educationinaction.org/nominate-leaders

INSTRUCTIONS:
- Please complete all requested information. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
- If applying for Facilitator, please upload or email a copy of your valid teacher certificate to rrichardson@educationinaction.org
- If applying for BOTH positions, upload or email a copy of your valid teacher certificate to rrichardson@educationinaction.org
Position Applying For:*
Upload Valid Teaching Certificate: *

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SECTION I - GENERAL INFORMATION:
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Mailing Address*

Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Cell Phone Number*
Area Code and Phone Number
Gender:*
Birth Date (MM/DD/YY):*
Sandwich Choice:*
T-shirt Size:*
Personal E-mail:*
Work E-mail:
Emergency Contact Name:*
Emergency Contact Cell Number:*
Area Code and Phone Number
Emergency Contact Night Number **IF different than cell**:
Area Code and Phone Number
SECTION II - CURRENT EMPLOYER INFORMATION:
Start Date:
School Name or Business Name: (Examples - McNeel Elementary, Jacks Junior High, Elevate Tutoring)*
Grade Level / Subject Area Taught:
School ISD Name
ESC Region
School or Business Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Phone Number:

Area CodePhone Number
Principal's Name:

First NameLast Name
Supervisor's Name:

First NameLast Name
SECTION III - CERTIFICATIONS:
Teaching areas in which you are certified:
Other applicable certifications:
SECTION IV - PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:
Start Date:
End Date:
Employer:*
Job Title:*
Phone Number:*

Area CodePhone Number
School or Business Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Supervisor's Full Name:*

First NameLast Name
Reason for Leaving:*
Additional Previous Employment:
Start Date:
End Date:
Employer:
Job Title:
Phone Number:

Area CodePhone Number
Address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Supervisor's Full Name:

First NameLast Name
Reason for Leaving:
Have you ever been fired, involuntary discharged or had a contract of employment non-renewed or terminated for cause, or has an employer advised you that it intended to non-renew or terminate your contract of employment?*
Have you ever been asked to resign from employment or resigned in lieu of termination or non-renewal?*
If you answered yes to either question, identify the employer and provide complete details:
May we contact your present employer for a recommendation? When?*
SECTION V - EDUCATION:
Highest Education Degree Attained:*
Major/Minor Subjects Studied:*
Name of School or University:*
List any volunteer work, internships, or community activities that might relate to your desired position:*
List any special skills or licenses that you hold which will assist you in performing the position for which you are applying:*
Is there any reason you might be unable to perform the functions of the position for which you have applied?*
If yes, explain:
SECTION VI - PROGRAM LOCATION(S) AND DATES YOU ARE "*AVAILABLE":

Mark ALL dates you are *available to work.

*You will NOT work all dates submitted, but your selctions give us a better idea of when and where you are "available" if scheduled for an interview and subsequently hired.

NEW hires are required to be available to work at least TWO camp weeks in ONE program location.

Education in Action provides optional transportation for staff members between the Dallas/Fort Worth area and the Austin and Houston camp locations, with travel to camp on Sunday and return on Friday of each camp week.
2026 Dates - DALLAS/FORT WORTH Program (3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th graders)*

May 31-June 5June 7-12June 14-19June 21-26July 12-17July 19-24
2026 Dates - AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Program (4th, 5th, 6th & 7th graders)*

May 31-June 5June 7-12June 14-19June 21-26July 12-17July 19-24
2026 Dates - HOUSTON/GALVESTON Program (5th, 6th, 7th & 8th graders)*

May 31-June 5June 7-12June 14-19June 21-26July 12-17July 19-24
Your work schedule will be decided after the completion of a successful interview.

Selecting dates on this application does NOT constitute a commitment to work those specific dates until a contract is offered by Education in Action and signed by the applicant.
SECTION VII - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
How did you learn about this employment opportunity?*
Summarize your leadership strengths and assets in support of your application:*
Please provide a profile of your character and abilities, outlining why you feel you should be considered for a position with the Lone Star Leadership Academy:*
What are your motives for and expectations of this type of work?*
What active sports, hobbies, or musical instrument do you pursue?*
Please provide the NAME, EMAIL ADDRESS, and PHONE NUMBER for THREE WORK references: (These should not be your personal references.)*
Please provide the NAME, EMAIL ADDRESS, and PHONE NUMBER for THREE PERSONAL references: (These should not be your work references.)*
SECTION VIII - APPLICANT STATEMENT:

I certify that this application was completed by me, and that all entries on it and information in it provided by me are true and complete, to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misstatement, omission, falsification, or misrepresentation of fact in this application may disqualify me for consideration for employment or, if I am hired, may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

I authorize Education in Action, in order to evaluate me for employment purposes, to contact any or all of my previous employers, references, and educational institutions and otherwise to fully investigate my suitability and/or abilities. I understand that the results of any such investigation may be disclosed to personnel of Education in Action involved in the employment decision, and I consent to such disclosure.

In connection with and in consideration of the undertaking of Education in Action to review this application for employment and to consider me for hire, I hereby release and acquit Education in Acton and its employees, agents, and trustees from any and all liability for damage of whatever kind of nature may at any time result to me on account of compliance, or any attempts to comply, with this authorization.

I understand that this application and all supporting documents become the property of Education in Action. I further acknowledge and agree that this application for employment is not a contract or legal guarantee of permanent employment. If hired, I agree to comply with all rules, regulations, policies, and operating procedures established by Education in Action.
Signature (Entering your name here, will replace your signature):*
Date completed:*
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Lone Star Leadership Academy Weeklong Programs Application For Employment