About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship based in Chicago, Illinois. You will work on-site as part of a team to support early learning programs. This role focuses on classroom assistance, child development, and family engagement.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with teachers, assistants, and family support workers to plan and run classroom activities.
- Help guide children toward individual goals by assessing their strengths and needs.
- Provide active supervision to ensure children are safe in the classroom, during transitions, and on the playground.
- Implement the program's Planned Language Approach to support dual language learners.
- Assist with childcare during parent meetings and workshops.
- Maintain proper child-to-staff ratios and provide appropriate child guidance.
- Handle food preparation, storage, and service area maintenance.
- Complete CACFP documentation and assist with ongoing CLASS implementation.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and staff members.
- Attend all mandated trainings and track your professional development in Gateways.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois
- Modality: On-site
- Type: Full-time, paid internship
- Term: Rolling
About Metropolitan Family Services
Metropolitan Family Services provides human services to families and individuals in the Chicago area. Founded in 1857, the organization focuses on legal aid, mental health, education, and economic stability. It operates as a nonprofit with over 1,000 employees. The agency serves more than 136,600 people across its various locations.
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