Child Development Intern

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

22d•$42,000 - $42,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Development Lab (CDL) within the Sanford School at ASU-Tempe is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill its Child Development Intern position. Under the guidance of the Child Development Associate or Assistant Professional, this role involves assisting with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate early education curriculum activities. You will be working in an environment that serves as a full day child care and preschool classroom with children between the ages of two and five years.

Requirements

Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Child/Human Development, Family Studies, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, or closely related field and at least 4 months prior experience working with children ages 0 - 5 years in a center-based child care, Head Start, or early childhood education program OR Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Knowledge of early childhood developmental learning methodologies/models.
Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
Knowledge of proper administration of basic and emergency medical care.
Knowledge of games/activities suitable for young children.
Knowledge of early childhood curriculum guidelines.
Skill in working in an environment subject to noise, frequent exposure to contagious diseases, interruptions, and quickly changing priorities.
Skill in communicating courteously and professionally.
Skill in working with young children to help them complete activities and remain focused on assigned activities.
Skill in quickly responding to dynamic situations utilizing effective communication and appropriate intervention methods.
Skill in responding to various situations utilizing effective communication and appropriate intervention methods.
Skill in developing creative activities with limited resources and materials.

Responsibilities

Implement and support a developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily routines of young children enrolled in the Child Development Laboratory including, but not limited to: indoor/outdoor play opportunities, group activities, meals, and rest time.
During the absence of the Associate or Assistant Professional assumes additional duties as assigned by Child Development Manager.
Models and implements appropriate interactions for student workers and volunteers.
Assists & supports specific elements of training for student staff and volunteers.
Conducts self in a professional manner by modeling appropriate language, behavior, and presence in accordance with established procedures, practices, and standards of the Intern Teacher Manual for timeliness and readiness to interact with children and complete assigned tasks.
Practices interactions with children that are developmentally, culturally and individually appropriate by demonstrating respect for individual and cultural differences in children, families and staff.
Practices positive guidance techniques to assist children in developing self-regulation.
Develops and maintains positive communication with children, families and staff.
Assist in the implementation of age appropriate corrective measures/discipline as needed for management of classroom environment.
Under the guidance of Associate or Assistant Professional, communicates with parents daily and meets with parents at least twice a year.
Assists in the maintenance of a healthy and safe classroom environment (indoors and outdoors); actively participates in monthly fire drills to ensure ongoing familiarity with emergency procedures.
May be required to perform general housekeeping tasks such as laundry, snack preparation, toy washing, general cleaning and organizing the environment.
Attends all parent/family functions, including, but not limited to: picnics, visiting day, and planting day.
Performs all other job-related duties as assigned by Associate Professionals, Assistant Professionals, and the Child Development Manager.