Youth Development Intern Preschool - Towson

YMCA Central Maryland • Towson, MD

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Preschool Director, Lead Teacher or other assigned associate, the Youth Development Intern participates in a structured learning experience designed to provide exposure to Early Childhood Education and Youth Development practices within a Y Preschool. The internship complements the intern's academic or workforce development program by providing opportunities to observe, learn, and apply foundational concepts of child growth and development in a supervised classroom environment.

Requirements

• Must meet qualifications established by the Y in Central Maryland.
• Good character, professional demeanor, and the ability to follow directions, accept supervision, and communicate clearly.
• Current enrollment in a program for Early Childhood Education in high school, college, university, vocational program, or workforce development program.
• Required to report to the site on designated workdays in accordance with organizational expectations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured internship experience that supports educational and professional learning objectives.
• Observe classroom routines, transitions, and daily operations to gain an understanding of Y Preschool program practices and expectations.
• Learn and apply principles of child growth and development through supervised classroom experiences.
• Participate in age-appropriate learning activities under the direct guidance of classroom associates.
• Participate in coaching conversations, reflective discussions, and performance feedback to support continued learning and professional growth.
• Build relationships with associates and community members while demonstrating the organization’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Complete assigned learning activities, documentation, and internship requirements as outlined by the internship agreement or educational institution.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED