BJRC Summer Intern

Summary: Domus Kids is an organization focused on helping young people improve their educational, social, and emotional skills. The BJRC Summer Enrichment Program Intern will support classroom instruction and help manage student behavior while working closely with certified teachers under the direction of the Site Coordinator. Responsibilities: - Support classroom instruction as directed by the site coordinator and lead teachers - Instruct students individually or in small groups - Use trauma-informed methodologies to help manage student behavior issues in the classroom - Follow the security and safety protocols of the Bridgeport Juvenile Residential Center - Support the site coordinator and teachers with administrative tasks Required Qualifications: - High school diploma - Interest in helping students achieve academic success - Willingness to build relationships with young people - Commitment to the Domus mission, values and core principles - Flexibility and adaptability, able to shift styles to fit the needs of a wide range of cultures, people and organizations - A strong work ethic - Proficient math, writing and/or reading skills, with the ability to support students ages 12-17 in high-school level curriculum - Ability to motivate students who may have been unsuccessful in traditional school environments Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree, or currently enrolled in post-secondary education - Fluent in Spanish - Familiarity with the Sanctuary model of trauma-informed care and Cornell University's Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Required Skills: Trauma-informed care, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Motivating students Benefits: This is a temporary, 6-week, 6-hour/day, non-exempt position, which is not eligible for benefits.