Internship - Education Intern

Target Candidate
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We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated intern; with knowledge and skills in education, social work, or related field. Experience working with students is a priority.

Location(s):
The Landmark Center, Chesapeake & The Birdsong Center, Suffolk

Hours of Operation
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Monday through Friday 9a-5p & 2-3 Days of evening programming 5p-7p

Intern Responsibilities and Learning Opportunities
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• Assist with transportation, activity preparation, tutoring and children’s supervision during Beyond the Bell after school programming
• Assist with completion of participant progress notes and other related documentation
• Assist with researching and identifying available community resources and making appropriate referrals
• Assist Education Liaisons as needed
• Attend staff meetings, services team meetings, and monthly trainings when possible
• Basic clerical tasks (filing, copying, file preparation) as instructed by task supervisor
• Orientation and overview of agency, including mission and vision with CEO or COO, services and education overviews, crisis response overview and customer service training
• Weekly supervision with master’s level field instructor in coordination with task supervisor
• Training regarding For Kids educational procedures, unique needs of homeless students, community resources and rights available via McKinney Vento Act
• Observation of housing crisis hotline activities

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with children and adults.
• Knowledge of basic Math, English and Science skills.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than three minor moving violations and/or accidents combined within the last 3 years, and no major moving violations in the past three years