Job Title: Head Start Intern
Department: Head Start/Early Head Start at South Central Community Action Program
Reports To: Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Coordinator
Internship Type: 8-20 hours/week
Location: First United Methodist Church (219 E. 4th St), Lindbergh (1500 W. 15th St), or Smith Pike (2431 N. Smith Pike)
Duration: Fall, Spring, or Summer Semester
Position Summary:
The Head Start Intern will assist in the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and comprehensive services for children and families enrolled in the Head Start program. Under the supervision of experienced staff, the intern will support classroom instruction, family engagement activities, program operations, or administrative tasks based on their area of interest or study. This internship provides valuable, hands-on experience in a federally funded early childhood program that promotes school readiness and family well-being.
Key Responsibilities (may vary by focus area):
Classroom Support:
Assist teachers in daily classroom routines, activities, and supervision of children
Help prepare learning materials and maintain a safe, engaging environment
Support individual and group learning through play and structured activities
Observe and document children’s behavior and developmental milestones
Encourage positive social interaction and model appropriate behavior
Family Engagement Support:
- Assist in planning and implementing family engagement events and parent meetings
- Help prepare family communication materials (newsletters, flyers, reminders)
- Support Family Advocates with outreach and resource coordination
Administrative Support:
- Assist with data entry, filing, and organizing program records
- Help prepare reports, tracking logs, and other documentation
- Support coordination of program events or community outreach
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, Human Services, or related field
- Interest in working with children and families from diverse backgrounds
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
- Must maintain confidentiality and adhere to Head Start performance standards
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages)
- Experience volunteering or working with children
Benefits:
- Hands-on experience in a nationally recognized early childhood program
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Opportunity to explore careers in education, social work, or public health
- May qualify for academic credit (dependent on school program)
- Letter of recommendation or reference upon successful completion
To apply, please complete this form.
For questions, reach out to Alissa at aweiss@insccap.org or call 812-335-3650.
