Elementary Learning Center Internship

Program Description

The Elementary Learning Center serves The Island School’s youngest learners in a multi-age classroom. The ELC uses a blend of the best evidence-based practices in early and elementary education, while following the same educational principles as the overall organization – learning and growing in an environment that values hands-on, place-based education. The ELC’ s goal is to nurture the social-emotional and academic development of students through a rich, stimulating, hands-on learning environment that encourages students to use their creativity, curiosity, and intellect to explore, grow, and think critically about the world around them. The ELC serves children ages 3-10 from the greater Island School and Eleuthera community.

Position Description

The Elementary Learning Center seeks an enthusiastic, energetic, and creative person to help deliver a specialized curriculum for its young learners. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with children ages 3-10 in a group setting. The intern will spend their time exploring the Island School campus with young children while carrying out a specifically designed curriculum. This individual should have a love of children, enjoy being outdoors, and understand the principles and facets of the organization. Ideal candidates will be studying education, child development, or another closely related field. This internship runs for a full semester at The Island School campus in Eleuthera, The Bahamas and reports directly to the Lead Teacher of the ELC.

Responsibilities

• Enthusiastically engage and supervise children ages 3-10
• Work alongside Lead Teacher and other ELC staff
• Assist in planning, documenting, and carrying out curriculum for young learners
• Collaborate across The Island School community
• Maintain respectful communication with families in the ELC community
• Serve as a role model for young children
• Assist children with daily tasks including eating, toileting, and napping
• Assist with classroom set-up and clean-up
• Assist in planning and delivering engaging after-school programming with ELC support staff

This is an overview of the position, but responsibilities are not limited to the above list.

Required Qualifications

• 19 years or older
• Experience working with children, such as in a summer camp or coaching environment
• Ability to serve as responsible, reliable role model
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Commitment to sustainability
• Adaptability, flexibility and interest in joining an intercultural community in The Bahamas ● Clear background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Swimming instruction experience and/or lifeguard certification
• First Aid and CPR certification
• A background in music, fine arts, or performance (improv or drama)

Costs

Room and board is provided to interns at a discounted rate of $1,200 per month, equivalent to 50% of the standard cost. Accommodation fees are inclusive of shared dormitory style accommodation on campus, with internet access and three meals a day in our dining hall. The Island School covers visa fees, airport transfers from Rock Sound Airport (airport code ‘RSD’), training and professional development. Based on program-specific schedules, interns may have the opportunity to experience kayaking, snorkeling, SCUBA diving, community engagement, and island exploration.

To Apply

Use the link here to apply and upload your documents or copy and paste: https://ceis.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=153

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The anticipated engagement date is January through May 2023.