Child Development Institute

Organization Description

CDI's mission is to help all children reach their full potential by supporting the relationships and environments that shape early development. CDI’s vision is that ALL children thrive in the care of families and communities where their needs are respected and provided for in developmentally appropriate environments. The sustainability of our model depends on partnerships as we remain dedicated to the future of early child development with special attention to supporting the most vulnerable children in our community-- Strengthening families and strengthening communities.

Program Information

We have service learning opprotunities for students from a variety of majors and skills set:
- Development & implementation of programming for young children and families in literacy, math, science, physical fitness, early development, music, history, healthy eating.
- Research site for graduate students to work with children, families, community development, local businesses and other partners.
- Support and development marketing and communication materials and social media for students from areas including graphic design, communications, marketing and business.
- Development of database systems for data collection and evaluation.
- Develop youth engagement strategies and work force development programs
- Public health and community outreach programs
- Assist in special event planning and management

Health & Safety
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Health Check/Screening (e.g. temperature screening, COVID-19 test)
  • TB Test
  • SAFETY: Students are NOT PERMITTED to take photos or video while on site.
Address 
18050 Vanowen Street
Reseda, CA 91335
United States
General Phone 
(818) 720-2295
Website:
http://www.cdikids.org/
Student Contact 
Name
Dana Kalek
Job Title
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Phone
(818) 720-2295
Email
dkalek@cdikids.org

Current Opportunities

Title Program Start Date Location Type
Community Engagement Volunteer Service Learning Ongoing On-site
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Program(s) 
Academic Internship
Service Learning
Organization type 
Education - College or University (Nonprofit)
Focus Population(s)
Adopted/Foster Youth or Young Adults, Adults, Children/Youth, College Students, Consumers, Families, Females, Guardians/Parents, Males, People Experiencing Disability, Teens/Young Adults
Focus Area(s)
Education
Hours of operation 

Monday thru Friday from 9am-4:30 pm

weekend hours are available

Minimum required hours 
20
Maximum students 
30