Internship - Education Intern

Forkids, Inc.; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A community organization in Virginia is looking for an enthusiastic intern to assist with afterschool programming and help support students. Responsibilities include tutoring, documentation, and researching community resources. Candidates should have strong communication skills and knowledge of basic subjects like Math, English, and Science. A valid driver's license with no major violations is necessary. This role offers valuable experience in education and social work.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with children and adults.
• Knowledge of basic Math, English and Science skills.
• Valid driver's license with no significant violations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transportation, activity preparation, and tutoring.
• Help with participant progress notes and other documentation.
• Research community resources and make referrals.
• Support Education Liaisons as needed.
• Attend staff and team meetings.
• Perform basic clerical tasks as instructed.
• Get orientation on agency's mission and vision.
• Receive weekly supervision with a master’s level instructor.
• Train on educational procedures and rights under the McKinney Vento Act.
• Observe housing crisis hotline activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic Math skills

Basic English skills

Basic Science skills

Job description

Target Candidate: We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated intern; with knowledge and skills in education, social work, or related field. Experience working with students is a priority.

Location(s): The Landmark Center, Chesapeake & The Birdsong Center, Suffolk

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 9a-5p & 2-3 Days of evening programming 5p-7p

Intern Responsibilities and Learning Opportunities:

• Assist with transportation, activity preparation, tutoring and children’s supervision during Beyond the Bell afterschool programming
• Assist with completion of participant progress notes and other related documentation
• Assist with researching and identifying available community resources and making appropriate referrals
• Assist Education Liaisons as needed
• Attend staff meetings, services team meetings, and monthly trainings when possible
• Basic clerical tasks (filing, copying, file preparation) as instructed by task supervisor
• Orientation and overview of agency, including mission and vision with CEO or COO, services and education overviews, crisis response overview and customer service training
• Weekly supervision with master’s level field instructor in coordination with task supervisor
• Training regarding ForKids educational procedures, unique needs of homeless students, community resources and rights available via McKinney Vento Act
• Observation of housing crisis hotline activities

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with children and adults.
• Knowledge of basic Math, English and Science skills.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than three minor moving violations and/or accidents combined within the last 3 years, and no major moving violations in the past three years