SuperKids
Camp Internship
TEACH CHILDREN HOW TO GROW.
GROW BEYOND WHAT YOU KNOW.
GIVE
Connect with children & create a lasting impression on their lives
GAIN
Acquire hands-on experience working with students
GROW
Interact & learn from Maryland state regional leaders
Identifying the need to recruit highly qualified and enthusiastic teachers to the Baltimore City Public School System, the Parks & People Foundation created an internship program in 2001 through the SuperKids Camp program. The program's goals are to give college students hands-on experience teaching and opportunities to be mentored by experienced educators, with the ultimate goal of recruiting them to teach in Baltimore City School System. Since 2001 our program has provided internships for over 200 students from 33 colleges and universities from around the country.
The SuperKids Camp 2008 internship program will be held from
June 16– August 1, 2008, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Find out more by clicking on one of our Frequently Asked Questions below:
What will I be doing?
As a SuperKids Camp intern your primary responsibility will be to teach elementary school aged children how to read while guiding, shaping, and nurturing them. We have targeted this age group because it is a time when children make critical decisions about the future of their lives. Your intervention will make an impact as you provide positive role modeling and guidance which will stay with our participants for a life time. Please click here for a full job description.
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I'm not sure if I can do this. What are important qualities to have in order to be successful?
Most importantly, you do not need to have prior teaching experience! In fact, many of our interns are not even education majors. You just must have the desire to use your summer to profoundly impact that lives of some of Baltimore City’s neediest children. We do require that interns have at least a 2.5 GPA and we believe it is important to have the following qualities:
- Strong leadership ability
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Positive, patient, persistent and flexible attitude
- Genuine desire to help children
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I don't have much experience teaching. What training and support would I receive?
SuperKids Camp interns receive one week of intensive pre-camp training. During this week interns are provided with in-depth training on our curriculum, classroom management and set-up, working with students from diverse backgrounds and behavior management. Once you are placed with your 10 students you will be mentored on-site by an experienced teacher throughout your internship. These reading mentors are there to support and assist you with the ups and down which are typical to new teachers. You will also have the support of your fellow interns whom can empathize with you on this exciting journey!
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What makes this internship unique?
- It is paid and free housing is available!
- Access to Baltimore's best cultural and recreational activities!
- Direct interaction with regional leaders!
- Real hands-on experience working with children!
- On-site mentoring from experienced teachers!
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So what is there to do in Baltimore?
Baltimore is a wonderful city which is full of life;
the city was named as a Spring Break destination by the New York Times last year. The Inner Harbor, museums, cultural arts, night life, beautiful parks and much more make it one of America’s best cities. Visit the Baltimore Collegetown website for more information about all the great things happening in our city for college students.
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What have other interns thought of this experience?
Below is some of the feedback we have received about the program from former interns:
“After my summer in Baltimore, I became much more determined to make an effective difference in the education of young people in critical need. In fact, I am currently in a Master’s degree program at Stanford University working toward a degree in the Social Sciences in Education. Much of my degree is focusing on urban education, Civil Rights, and the history of education in general. My desire to get this degree is a direct correlate of my summer with the SuperKids Camp.”
“Working as an actual teacher in a classroom gives you confidence for pursuing similar challenges in the future.”
“The SuperKids camp, although relatively short, was by far the most meaningful experience of my summer. And undoubtedly the most meaningful thing I have undertaken in recent years. As a result, I am currently teaching children. SuperKids did an excellent job of displaying the urgent needs of students in Baltimore City schools; it is both moving and challenging, but this is what makes SuperKids such a good program—its ability to motivate its workers to go beyond their duties.”
“The program was ten times better than expected. I met so many philanthropists and influential people. I had a lot of say in the planning of my lessons, which was surprisingly unexpected.”
“If there is someone who isn’t sure, like I was, the program will definitely have the effect of swaying their decision towards teaching.”
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How will I be compensated?
Interns are paid $10 per hour with a potential AmeriCorp education award.
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Great! How Do I Apply?
Click here to complete our application. The due date for applications is May 13.
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Who do I contact if I have more questions?
Monica Logan, SuperKids Camp Director
410-448-5663, ext. 110
Sally Michel, SuperKids Camp Founder
Fax: 410-448-5895
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