Early Childhood Education Intern
Support educational services for children ages 0 to 4 under IRC case management.
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Overview
Support educational services for children ages 0 to 4 under IRC case management.
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.
a. 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
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
POSTION LOGISTICS:
- Hybrid internship, certain days will require an in-person presence at the IRC office in West Valley City
- Work between 10 and 25 hours per week at the discretion of your program supervisor
- Work with the IRC for a 3+ month period
o Start Date: September 8th
o End Date: December 19th
IRC leading the way from harm to home.
Potential interview questions
| Describe your previous experience working with youth or in educational settings. | This question assesses your relevant experience to the role. | Provide specific examples of previous work with youth or in education. |
| How would you approach a family from a refugee background for enrollment in preschool programs? | Understanding cultural sensitivity and communication is key in this role. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What languages do you speak, and how could they benefit your role as an intern? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe how you would assist a caregiver who is anxious about attending a school meeting. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What logistical support would you provide to families for transportation to school events? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you ensure that proper case noting of services is maintained? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a time you acted as a liaison between a family and an institution? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you use to encourage families to participate in school events? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
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