Neighborhood Learning Alliance
5429 Penn Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Contact Person (site supervisor): Kashif Henderson, henderson@wireless-neighborhoods.org
Areas of Interest: Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Education- early childhood/primary
Who we are: Neighborhood Learning Alliance is a nonprofit organization that strives to improve education and opportunities of lower-income families within Allegheny County through strategic partnerships with the community and faith-based organizations. We offer programs for students from kindergarten through high school that focus on supplementary learning as well as higher education.
Description: Neighborhood Learning Alliance is interested in eager Pitt Psychology students looking to apply their academic learning with authentic field experience in our K-5 Little Warriors After-School program. Neighborhood Learning Alliance’s (NLA) After-School Program is designed to empower K-5 students to embrace their genius, establish a sense of community, and explore learning activities that enhance their health and well-being. This is done through active play, project-based learning, enriched learning experiences, and field trips.
Duties of Intern:
- Teach positive interaction skills to K-5 students through modes of role play, storytelling, drawing, etc.
- Conduct small-focused group activities using the curricular resources provided.
- Collaborate with the K-5 team to create engaging learning activities.
- Support students with understanding their emotions and effective communication.
- Support the after-school staff with developing individual support plans.
- Create your own focus unit that addresses the immediate needs of the students being served as a culminating project.
- Assist with the overall planning and implementation of the daily programming and activities.
- Assist with daily procedures and program structures.
- Manage student attendance and activities.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe program space.
Requirements: Neighborhood Learning Alliance is interested in candidates that have a strong interest in and connection to underserved communities. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to learning, developing, and working outside their comfort zone.
Clearances: FBI Background, PA State Background, PA Child Abuse, Mandatory Reporter Training, National Sex Offender Registry
General Information: The after-school locations are located on bus lines and students can choose one of the following locations listed below.
South Region in the City
Pittsburgh Concord K-5
Pittsburgh Roosevelt K-5
East Region in the City
Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5
Terms Offered: Fall & Spring
Number of Students: Up to four per semester