Job Type: Part time
Welcome to Furman University's Career Site!IMPORTANT:​ Load all documents in the My Experience area under Resume/CV. This may include your resume/C.V., cover letter, unofficial transcript, teaching philosophy, etc. Please wait for all documents to finish uploading before clicking Next.If the process times out you will lose your progress, so please ensure you have all necessary documents available before starting.The drop-down lists only display so many options: please type into a drop-down list to search for your option. For example: in Field of Study, you may need to enter your field name. If you have no field, type "None."If you have previously applied, make sure your information is current as you can transfer it to another application.Prior to submitting your application, verify all information for accuracy and ensure you have uploaded all appropriate documents.  Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application other than to change your contact information.If you have any questions or need additional assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources via email at recruitment@furman.edu or by calling 864-294-3103.Job Title:Teachers' Assistant Child Development CenterJob Family:Administrative SupportFull-Time/Part-Time:Part timeCompensation Grade:1HPay Type:HourlyDepartment:Child Development CenterJob Summary:To assist teachers in caring for children in a preschool setting.Job Description:Responsibilities:Prepares materials for learning centers as requested by teachers including cutting, pasting, copying, and compiling items.Monitors children within the facility and the playground to ensure safety.Leads a storytime for a classroom of children on alternating days throughout the month.Attends staff meetings twice a month and completes 15 hours of approved professional development activities or courses each year.Helps with set up and clean up for lunch and rest time.Performs other duties as assigned.Relationships:Continuous contact with co-workers and children to exchange information and explain rules, practices or functions.Daily contacts with parents to exchange information and explain rules, practices or functions.Responsibility for Final Decisions:Responsible for own work.  May assist others doing similar work.Tasks involve multiple procedures with interrelated processes or steps.  Work involves choosing the appropriate option or procedure to follow and applying established rules and procedures.Errors are readily detected in the normal course of work by standard check or crosscheck.  Reports To:  CDC DirectorWork is performed independently on routine work, non-routine issues or questions are referred to the supervisor.Education/Skill Requirements:High School graduate.Experience in preschool setting.Ability to understand and use age appropriate activities and communication.Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.Excellent communication skills.Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 30 lbs. easily.   Ability to stand and walk around in indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the day.Ability to occasionally reach and handle tools.Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, and crouch to communicate with and assist children. Ability to occasionally push and pull objects, lift and carry, or climb and balance.Ability to work outside in all conditions: rain, cold, heat, etc.Work Conditions:Work is performed under preschool structure and conditions.Work requires:Staying on-site during hours of employment.Schedule: Monday-Friday from 12:30-5:30pm.Education Requirements:High School: Child Care (Required)Certification Requirements:Job Posting End Date (if date is blank, posting is open ended):