Pre K Counts Career and Technical Education Intern

Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit 16•Sunbury, PA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-K Counts Career and Technical Education Intern participates in a structured work-based learning experience designed to support the instructional program while earning high school credit. The intern assists classroom staff in providing a supportive, inclusive learning environment for children by helping implement activities, preparing materials, and promoting student independence and engagement.

Requirements

High School student enrolled in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to accept great cultural diversity, flexibility to accommodate a changing caseload.
Ability to cope with stressful situations and a professional attitude are required.
Must have the ability to communicate and work effectively with colleagues, co-workers, community agency personnel, and students/trainees.
Requires the ability to develop and maintain positive and collaborative relationships using tact and diplomacy and to remain calm in unpredictable situations.
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Current, approved Act 34 (PA State Police), Act 151 (PA Child Abuse Registry) and Act 114-FBI Fingerprint clearances are required and must be renewed at appropriate, specific intervals pursuant to Act 153 of 2014 (revised Act 15 of 2015).
Current, approved Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training certificate showing completion of a minimum of three (3) hours of training every five (5) years.
Training in First Aid, CPR, and Safe Crisis Management is required and subject to recertification.

Nice To Haves

Attend relevant conferences, trainings, and in-services to maintain and enhance professional development as recommended by the immediate supervisor or as required of this internship opportunity.

Responsibilities

Assist with self-sufficiency training and maintenance of skills for children.
Assume duties that will allow the children to participate to the maximum extent in the least restrictive environment.
Encourage, support, and educate the students by assisting in the performance of activities.
Assist students in managing and maintaining their environment.
Assist the teacher or students in arranging the environment of the classroom to best meet the students' needs.
Assist the teacher in the preparation of materials and lessons for the students.
Attend training sessions, in-services, workshops, and/or meetings, as requested.
Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by the teacher or school administration.
Understand and adhere to all school district policies and procedures, including Pre-K Counts grants and funding and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality with any/all information learned about students during the work experience.
Performs other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or their designee.