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Job Description

Gain valuable hands-on experience in early childhood education.

As a part-time early childhood teacher intern at Gallup's Child Development Center (CDC), you will spend your afternoons teaching Gallup associates' young children in a fun learning environment. In our play-based classrooms, indoor water room, indoor gyms and outdoor playground, you will create engaging activities that cultivate a love for learning and social development for each child you encounter.

As an intern at Gallup, you will have the opportunity to:

• explore and develop your interest in early childhood education in a professional learning environment
• work with a team of experienced teachers to support program philosophy
• observe behaviors, plan activities and facilitate learning for young children
• interview and collaborate with world-class teachers about milestone development, classroom management, parent communication and developmentally appropriate practices
• fulfill practicum hours under the guidance of a cooperating teacher
• access professional learning books and curriculum materials
• learn about strengths spotting in young children and foster their development in areas where they uniquely shine

For an inside peek at what it's like to work at the Child Development Center, watch our video here.

If helping young children learn and grow sounds exciting to you, apply today!

Who we want:

• Relationship builders who make positive connections with children, parents and other teachers
• Innovative thinkers who enjoy creating a fun and inspiring learning environment
• Confident communicators who easily engage in conversations with children and who are excited to update parents on their child's day
• Empathetic caretakers who have a comforting and friendly personality that creates trust with young children and their families

What you need:

• Must be currently (or soon to be) enrolled in or recently graduated from an early childhood education program, elementary education program, Child Development Associate (CDA) program, or related associate or bachelor's degree program
• Commitment to work at least six months; this internship has the potential to extend beyond six months
• Availability to work a minimum of three days a week within the hours of 3-6 p.m., Monday-Friday, required. Schedule is flexible, but must work at least nine hours per week, with the opportunity to work up to 15 hours per week.
• A passion for working with children ages 8 weeks to 5 years required
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds required
• Eligibility to work in the United States required; this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship

What we offer:

• World-class teachers and managers who guide and empower associates based on their unique skills and strengths
• An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young children
• A great schedule - no nights or weekends and closed for Bellevue Public School snow days and most major holidays
• A positive team environment, a paid internship, and ongoing opportunities to learn and grow
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused and performance-oriented culture
• A diverse and inclusive workplace that is committed to fostering belonging and wellbeing
• A beautiful downtown state-of-the-art childcare facility with an environment for learning and fun for all staff and children
• An estimated $15-17/hour for this role, depending on education, skills and experience

Gallup is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that celebrates, supports and promotes diversity and inclusion. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.