Early Childhood Intern- Brandywine YMCA Family Location

YMCA of Delaware•Wilmington, DE

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Childhood Intern must always be under the direct observation of at least an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher and may not be alone with children except as allowed by the Dela care Regulations. Early Childhood Interns that are 18 years of age, cleared by the Criminal History Unit AND have worked at the center for at least 1 month may supervise a group of children ages toddler through school age.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community
At least 16 years of age (or 15 years of age if attending a vocational or technical high school’s three-year program in early childhood education or a traditional high school's career pathway program in early childhood with enrollment documentation on file at the center)
Successful completion of at least 15-clock hours of quality assured training in early care & education.
Successful completion of at least three college or university credits from a regionally approved college or university in either child development or early childhood education.
Complete a physical & tuberculosis screening and provide a physician’s documentation of both within 30 days of hire.
Successful completion of a criminal history, child abuse & adult abuse background check as required by the State of Delaware.

Nice To Haves

Multi-lingual skills
Prior experience working or volunteering with youth in a group setting.
Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
Knowledge of early childhood education programs and techniques.
Knowledge of child development theory and practice.
Have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities.

Responsibilities

Supervise the children, classroom, and all activities as assigned while exhibiting safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate childcare practices.
Provide daily care for children including diapering, toileting, feeding, and supporting social/emotional needs.
Encourage, engage, and support children in all classroom activities including instructional times, mealtimes, transitions, and gross motor activities.
Implement positive behavior management techniques.
Assist in planning, implementing and actively participate in daily age-appropriate classroom activities to ensure all children are provided an opportunity to learn.
Assist in observing children and documenting their progress and development.