Macfeat Classroom Assistant FWS
Winthrop Position Title - Macfeat Classroom Assistant FWS
Job Purpose - To assist the lead teacher and teaching assistant in Macfeat Early Childhood Laboratory School classrooms.
Duties and Responsibilities - 1. Assist the lead teacher as directed or planned in the following ways: A. implement lesson plans. B. supervise small and large group activities as needed. C. gather and prepare teaching materials. D. attend to daily routines: toileting, dressing, snack, lunch, rest, and others. 2. Supervise learning activities in the following ways: A. actively participate with the children at all times. B. enforce safety rules. C. support children through the conflict resolution process. 3. Cooperate with the lead teacher in establishing and enforcing Macfeat's guidance policy. 4. Assist the lead teacher in maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment by organizing and cleaning classroom materials, supplies and equipment as requested. 5. Satisfy requirements described in South Carolina Childcare Licensing Regulations and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation requirements. 6. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications - Pursuing a degree in one of the following programs: Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, Human Development and Family Studies
Preferred Skills - 1. Strong communication skills 2. Excellent interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive relationships with children, families and Macfeat staff 3. Respect for families and honor their differences in lifestyles and strengths 4. Understand the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of children, families, and other staff members 5. Willingness to accept constructive feedback 6. Understand the importance of providing young children with a wide variety of experiences and maintaining an organized, safe, and healthy environment. 7. Show qualities of warmth, openness, flexibility and willingness to work and learn. 8. Dependable and punctual.
Pay Rate - $9.00-$10.25 hour
Type of Position - Federal Work Study
Position Level - Graduate or Undergraduate
Hours Per Week - Varies
Posting Number - 2026SD0242P
Open Date - 04/13/2026
Close Date - 10/19/2026
Desired Start Date - 08/24/2026
End Date - 05/04/2027
Special Instructions to Applicants - PLEASE NOTE - *Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the entire application, including all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant meets the position qualifications. Students who are paid by the hour must enter all hours worked on their time sheet each day they work and submit completed time sheets by the deadline. Failure to do so may prevent future employment.
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Financial Awards showing Work-Study
- Class Schedule
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter