Elementary Education

Internship Placement Position Description

Business Name: Kuemper Catholic Schools
Department/Location: Elementary Education
Supervisor/Point of Contact: To Be Determined
Phone: To Be Determined
Email: To Be Determined

Internship Position

Position Title: Elementary Education Intern
Placement Term: Fall or Spring
Work Location: Kuemper Elementary School, Carroll, IA
Work Schedule: Schedule is dependent upon the student's school schedule and will be coordinated with and communicated to the host organization.

Position Overview

The Elementary Education Intern will gain hands-on experience in an elementary school setting while working alongside classroom teachers and school staff. This internship provides exposure to lesson preparation, student engagement, classroom management, and educational best practices while helping students explore careers in teaching and education.

Duties and Projects

The intern may be involved in the following activities and projects:

Assist teachers with classroom preparation and instructional materials.
Work with individual students or small groups under teacher supervision.
Support classroom activities, learning centers, and educational projects.
Assist with organizing classroom resources and supplies.
Observe teaching strategies, classroom management techniques, and student engagement practices.
Help prepare bulletin boards, displays, and learning materials.
Support school events and special classroom activities as appropriate.
Participate in staff discussions and educational planning activities when available.

Learning Outcomes

The intern will have opportunities to:

Develop professional workplace skills.
Build communication and teamwork abilities.
Increase knowledge of elementary education and classroom instruction.
Apply classroom learning in a professional educational setting.
Strengthen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Gain experience working with children in a structured learning environment.
Explore careers in teaching, education, and school administration.

Workplace Expectations

The intern is expected to:

Demonstrate professionalism and reliability.
Follow school policies, procedures, and expectations.
Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and students.
Arrive on time and meet agreed-upon work schedules.
Complete assigned projects and tasks to the best of their ability.
Serve as a positive role model for students.

Dress Code

The intern is expected to follow the school's dress code requirements.

Attire expectations for this position: Business casual or school-appropriate professional attire. Clothing should be neat, modest, and appropriate for working with elementary-aged students.

Physical Requirements

The intern should be prepared to perform the following physical activities as required by the position:

Sitting for extended periods.
Standing for extended periods.
Walking throughout the school day.
Working with students in classroom, hallway, and activity settings.
Assisting with classroom setup and organization.
Occasionally lifting and carrying classroom materials and supplies.

Important Information

This description does not list all duties. The intern may be asked to perform other duties assigned by staff or the supervisor. The intern will be evaluated on the performance of assigned projects and responsibilities, as well as professional interactions with students and staff. On-site hours will be negotiated with each candidate.

Safety expectations, including harassment policies, should be reviewed with the host organization.

Transportation and Travel Requirements

Students must have reliable transportation to and from Kuemper Elementary School.
No additional travel requirements have been identified for this internship.

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