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- Prerequisites: Practicum in Child Development (PSY3850) , or other appropriate course work, or permission of the Director, Pat Amanna.
- Hours per week: At least 5
- Number of weeks: 15
- Rate of pay: None
- Academic credit: 2-4 depending on number of hours.
Internship objectives
- Identify key developmental issues for individual children
- Learn to organize and head group learning activities
- Relate concepts of developmental theory to Center philosophy and practice
Work responsibilities
- Understand and implement the Center's educational philosophy
- Organize and sustain positive functioning of children and adults in group learning environment
- Maintain communication between parents and Center
- Advance physical, intellectual, social and emotional competence of children
- Contribute to educational planning process
- Attend and participate in staff meetings
Academic requirements
- Readings based on interest, discussed with Director and academic Sponsor
- Videotaping
- Case study of individual child's development or analysis of an aspect of the Center's curriculum or functioning
- Implement curriculum plan
How to register
- Complete internship application form, available in Career Development Office (CCS 3008; 251-6370)
- Interview with Director and completion of health and NY State screening forms.
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