Education Intern: Early Childhood Classroom Support

Southern Oregon Head Start; Central Point (OR); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Southern Oregon Head Start seeks an Education Intern - Advanced to assist teaching staff in curriculum implementation and child engagement. You will support small and large groups, help with activities, and learn documentation under mentor teachers through RCC collaboration.

The program emphasizes developmentally appropriate practices, observation skills, and growth toward ECE Basic Certification while gaining hands-on classroom experience in a head start setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of 2 credits of ED170; completion of the ECE Basic Certificate.
• Must meet RCC eligibility for ECE261 practicum.
• Prior experience in an early childhood setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with children in small and large groups under teacher direction.
• Assist with classroom activities, preparation, and cleanup.
• Practice writing child observations (not entered into official systems).
• Support implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Provide positive child guidance under staff supervision.
• Support daily routines including meals, sanitation, and transitions.
• Participate in classroom debriefings and trainings.
• Collaborate with mentor teachers to discuss progress and growth.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Observation & documentation

Classroom management

First Aid/CPR

Food handling

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ED170 2 credits

ECE Basic Certificate

RCC eligibility for ECE261 practicum

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Southern Oregon Head Start seeks an Education Intern - Advanced to assist teaching staff in curriculum implementation and child engagement. You will support small and large groups, help with activities, and learn documentation under mentor teachers through RCC collaboration.

The program emphasizes developmentally appropriate practices, observation skills, and growth toward ECE Basic Certification while gaining hands-on classroom experience in a head start setting.