Students receive hands-on experience in an authentic early childhood education environment, including classroom observation, lesson planning and implementation, curriculum experience, small-group instruction, observation and assessment, classroom management, reflective practice, and supervised team teaching.
Pre-K Experience
Kingdom Care Preschool is an approved Pre-K private provider. Interns have the opportunity to gain experience in a community-based Pre-K setting connected to Maryland’s expansion of early childhood education and the goals of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.
Professional Mentorship
Interns receive direct mentoring from Kelly Gates, B.S. Psych., M.A.T. (Dec. ’26), Director and Founder of Kingdom Care Preschool. Kelly also serves as a mentor for graduate students through the Department of Education at Notre Dame of Maryland University.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should submit a résumé, brief statement of interest/cover letter, college and major, and internship availability.
About Kingdom Care Preschool
Established 1997
Nationally Accredited Program
Maryland EXCELS Level 5
Approved Pre-K Private Provider
Internship Details
Paid internship: $18–$24/hour, commensurate with experience
On-site in Bowie, Maryland
Approximately 13–32.5 hours per week
Minimum GPA: 2.85
Early Childhood Education or closely related major
College & University Partnerships
We welcome faculty members, internship coordinators, and field-experience directors to partner with Kingdom Care! Connect with us to discuss student placements, hands-on internships, and field-experience opportunities for your students.
FREE Preschool for 6.5 hours for those who qualify by income.
Contact us at 240-486-5079 for more details.
