Overview
The Instructional Design Intern will assist with programming activities by developing curriculum design and academic resource toolkits, and providing related education support-related services to youth and their families. The intern will support instruction, develop lesson plans and digital tools, and provide classroom and operational support.
Key Responsibilities
- Organize assessment data to develop staff training, educator toolkits, and curriculum design.
- Assess and monitor students’ linguistic and social-emotional support needs.
- Participate in staff development and team meetings, tutor support hours, and observation sessions.
- Meet regularly with volunteer tutors to assess progress and areas of support.
- Assist in maintaining comprehensive case notes on a shared digital platform.
- Develop lesson plan for a targeted age and proficiency level for one week of instruction.
- Assist with monitoring and evaluation of English pre/post assessments and classroom observational assessments.
- Support the creation and development of age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
- Collaborate effectively with teachers and fellow interns to support program delivery.
- Develop and administer pre-ELP assessments, collect, record, and organize data for report writing purposes.
- Complete related tasks and responsibilities assigned by the Youth Instructional Design Specialist.
Required Experience
- Experience working with children and youth in the context of educational and social programs.
- Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations is highly desirable.
- Has a high understanding or working knowledge of lesson planning and curriculum.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in ESOL, social work, education, public health, or related fields.
- Experience using Microsoft and digital platforms such as: Excel, Forms, Word, Canva.
