The Goddard School in State College is looking for Elementary Education, Early Childhood, or Health and Human Development majors for internship opportunities at our school. Gain valuable experience while working in a fun learning environment with children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Full-time and part-time internship positions are available. Apply today by sending a resume to statecollegepa@goddardschools.com.

An Intern at The Goddard School is responsible for helping to establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment. Additionally, an Intern is responsible for working with a lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

Qualifications

An Intern must meet the qualifications of his or her state and the following qualifications:

The ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy;

The ability to interact closely with children at their level;

The ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times;

The ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary);

The ability to understand and comply with the franchisee’s employment policies;

The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents;

The ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies and

The ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.

Responsibilities

The Intern’s responsibilities include assisting the lead teacher in implementing the following:

Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment

Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence

Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance

Establish positive and effective family relations

Ensure an effective program, responsive to children’s needs

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.