Early Childhood and Infant & Toddler interns work closely with trained Montessori Head Teachers to provide a caring, nurturing learning environment for children. The intern helps children acquire independence skills and discover their abilities. Responsibilities include safely and competently supervising children at all times, during inside and outside play, at nap time, and during transitions. You'll be assisting children with activities of daily living (eating, toileting, dressing, falling asleep at nap), choosing activities, and putting their things away when finished, comforting children, reading stories, singing songs, helping to keep the classroom environment tidy, assisting the children as they gain independence in the classroom, participating by singing during circle time, interacting with parents, and being part of a team of teachers. Interns have numerous opportunities to apply and refine their newly acquired skills, including working directly with children using Montessori materials, observing and documenting their observations, preparing and maintaining the environment, and supporting children's social and emotional development.

MACTE accredited training.

If you are looking for an internship site in either Early Childhood or Infant & Toddler, MCC is a great place to do your internship. Located in the heart of Westchester County, in West Harrison, NY, the Montessori Children's Center was one of the first year-round Montessori child care centers in the United States. MCC has a long history of offering high-quality, authentic Montessori programs for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children and has been on the forefront of advocacy for child care and Montessori education. We offer 2 infant rooms, 3 toddler rooms, and 2 preschool rooms, each with access to outside play space. Our fully-furnished Montessori classrooms are each headed by a MACTE credentialed teacher, and our director is an award-winning leader in Montessori education, making this a supportive, caring, and passionate community to learn and develop professionally. Close to major highways and public transportation, with a Bee-Line bus stop at our entrance. Free parking. Beautiful staff break room.