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Education Internship--School, Groups and Teacher

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Company: Chicago Zoological Society

Address: 3300 Golf Road

Location: Brookfield, IL

Application Deadline: February 21, 2013

Position: Full-time, Unpaid

Timeframe: 06/01/13 — 08/31/13 (Flexible)

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Description

Chicago Zoological Society, which manages Brookfield Zoo, is currently accepting applications for our College Experiential Learning Opportunities (CELO) program. Working with school, group and teacher programs, the intern will gain experience in the development and implementation of nonformal and formal educational programs (for grades Pre-K through grade 12), the cycle of inquiry, student-centered multidisciplinary pedagogy, and working with the Chicago Public School system. Please visit this site (http://www.czs.org/czs/Educational-Programs/Internships.aspx) for specific details on applying and contact interns@czs.org with any other questions you may have.

Chicago Zoological Society is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/V/D Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply and to identify themselves.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities: Intern will: • Assist in the development of Connections classes, curriculum, and ancillary materials that are student-centered, inquiry-based, and developmentally appropriate. • Assist with teaching Connections classes, graduate classes, and teacher workshops. • Assist in updating current educational materials to align with the Society’s learning goals. • Gain familiarity with the Chicago Public School system and the Society’s programs within CPS. • Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requirements: • Minimum one year college at an accredited institution; G.P.A. 2.5/4.0, majoring in biology, education, early childhood development, or other relevant field. • Minimum 18 years of age. • Completion of a reflective journal or project required as part of internship. • Strong interpersonal communications and organizational skills. • Strong computer skills. • Must be able to commit to 12 weeks; approximately 40 hours/week. programs at the Children’s Zoo.

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