Summer Intern

Full and part-time paid summer internship opportunities available! 

Purpose

•  To provide a safe, warm and nurturing environment in which children can grow, physically, emotionally, intellectually and socially. To work effectively with children, parents, and center staff to provide a high-quality program.

Key Responsibilities

Duties

• To provide the children with a safe, loving and nurturing environment
• Use consistent, appropriate child guidance techniques
• To provide opportunities for children to develop independence
• To develop a cooperative and supportive attitude within the classroom and the center
• To assist other team members to carry out daily routines and experiences, and maintain a clean and organized environment
• To communicate observations and information about children’s health, behavior and development to co-workers and parents, as appropriate
• To communicate effectively with each parent to help them feel at ease at the center
• Be responsible to complete any assigned duties

Regulations

Helps to follow and meet licensing, NAEYC, Gretchen’s House regulations and guidelines

Initial for receipt of Gretchen’s House New Hire Info Packet, Licensing Handbook, NAEYC guidelines and GH Staff Handbook__________

Philosophy

Understands and implements practices that are consistent with Gretchen’s House philosophy as appropriate

• Provides developmentally appropriate experiences and materials
• Provides HighScope curriculum and experiences
• Uses a “process not product” approach
• Incorporates appropriate cultural experiences and materials
• Uses a variety of appropriate communication methods with children
• Takes children outdoors daily
• Promotes age-appropriate family-style dining
• Recognizes the unique needs of each child
• Uses positive methods of guidance
• Partners with parents
• Supports a team-teaching atmosphere
• Promotes clean-up and care for the center environment
• Actively participates in recycling and care for the natural environment

Learning/Practicum Outcomes for Intern

• Gain experience working with young children in an NAEYC accredited program.
• Practice implementing HighScope Curriculum.
• Consistently implement conflict resolution strategies with children.
• Use HighScope’s Key Developmental Indicators in planning activities for children

• At least 18 years of age
•  Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children, co-workers and parents
•  Evidence of emotional maturity and good judgment
•  Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position
•  Personnel file must be complete and up to date
•  Appropriate attendance