Early Childhood Education Intern
Support educational services for children ages 0 to 4.
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Overview
Support educational services for children ages 0 to 4.
You have:
- Previous experience with youth & education preferred; experience with refugee populations is a plus
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English; fluency in Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Arabic, Burmese, French, Dari/Farsi, or other language helpful
- Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance
- Successful completion of IRC background check
Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.
SCOPE OF INTERN WORK:
The Early Childhood Education Intern will work under the direction of the Early Childhood Specialist. They will be responsible for supporting educational services for children ages 0 to 4 who are within two years of IRC case management. The Early Childhood Education Intern will complete school enrollment applications for various preschool programs such as Head Start, UPSTART online program, and public school district programs. The Early Education Intern will also provide logistical support to families such as transportation orientations, first day of school assistance, and follow up support.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Screen families with children for potential participation in preschool programs - Enroll eligible children in early education services/programs - Provide logistical support to families such as transportation orientations and first day of school support - Help caregivers attend important school events/meetings; act as a liaison for the family at school orientations, parent-teacher meetings, etc. (This may include transporting clients in intern’s personal vehicle or using an IRC vehicle) - Provide follow up support to family as needed - Ensure proper case noting of services provided
POSITION LOGISTICS:
- Hybrid position, some in-person work is required - 10-20 hours/week for 3 months, January 13th – April 25th - This is an UNPAID position, no compensation is available for hours or relocation costs
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS:
- Previous experience with youth & education preferred; experience with refugee populations is a plus - Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English; fluency in Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Arabic, Burmese, French, Dari/Farsi, or other language helpful - Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance - Successful completion of IRC background check
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you successfully supported a young child's education or development? | This question assesses your experience and effectiveness in educational support. | Discuss specific actions you took and the positive outcome. |
| How would you approach communicating with a family that has a language barrier? | The interviewer wants to gauge your communication skills and adaptability. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps would you take to ensure a child’s successful enrollment in preschool? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenging situation you faced while working with youth or families and how you handled it. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you plan to provide logistical support for families on their first day of school? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
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