Horizons - Classroom Intern

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Horizons - Classroom Intern
Category:
Academics
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Department:
Horizons [UCH]
Locations:
Fairfield, CT
Posted:
Mar 8, 2023
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
PT No Benefits
Position ID:
159802
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As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. ****View SHU's Faculty Experts Here
Job Description:
Assist lead educators as part of the teaching team, facilitate and actively participate in enrichment and athletic activities for approximately 18-20 students during a six-week summer academic and enrichment program.
Responsibilities Include:
Work with classroom teachers in supporting approximately 18-20 students during a six-week summer enrichment program
Build strong and mutually respectful relationships with students and their families based in open communication and collaboration
Facilitate an emotionally safe and trauma-responsive classroom environment
Maintain professional boundaries and mutually respectful relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and community partners
Lead small group activities under the supervision of classroom teachers
Collaborate with SEL Response Team, in support of students, as needed
Work with individual students
Prepare and gather materials for lessons and projects
Monitoring the wellbeing of students and safely transitioning them between activities
Facilitate and actively participate in enrichment and athletic activities
Actively participate during swimming instruction (must enter the water with students)
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Knowledge and Skills Needed:
Experience working with elementary school children
A passion for learning and working with children
Capacity to be a responsible role model for students
Strong interpersonal skills, team player, and a commitment to emotional growth
Additional Information:
Seasonal
Dates of Program:
Training week - 6/19-6/23
Program Days 6/26-8/4
Clean up Days 8/7 - 8/8
Pre-Training Onboarding - Date TBD
Trainings generally run 9am - 4pm, Program days are 8am - 4pm
Statement of Personal & Organizational Responsibility for Inclusive Excellence
Inclusive Excellence is the recognition that our institution's success is dependent on how well we value, engage, and include the rich diversity of students, staff, faculty, administrators, alums, and surrounding community. It is a mastery of inclusion that fosters a consistent sense of belonging. Inclusive Excellence is aspirational and is the pillar that guides the mission, vision, and function of this unit.
To achieve Inclusive Excellence, our personal and organizational responsibilities are to:
Actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.
Participate in educational and developmental activities to increase awareness and competencies of issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; apply that understanding to guide your approach to all aspects of your job and the community as a whole.
Demonstrate that we are Stronger Together as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence statements
Application Instructions:
Please apply online, faxes and emails will not be accepted. A cover letter is appreciated.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.

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