CSSC Classroom Aide SC Students

Position: CSSC Classroom Aide - (SC Students ONLY)
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Job Type

Part-time, Temporary

Description

Applicants must be a Stephens College student but do NOT have to be Federal Work Study eligible to apply.

Student Classroom Aides provide part-time support within CSSC. They assist with student supervision and daily routines in morning care, afternoon extended day, nap time coverage, and transitions. These roles are essential in maintaining a safe, nurturing, and well-organized environment for preschool and elementary students.

Responsibilities:

AM Extended Day (7:30-8:20 AM) - 2 workers each day

* Arrive by 7:25 AM to clock in and prepare for student arrival.

* Set up tables with approved extended day materials (e.g., blocks, Legos, art supplies, games).

* Ensure that only materials marked for extended day use are accessible.

* Maintain a calm, supervised indoor environment (playground is closed during AM extended day).

* Guide students with breakfast routines (eat first, then play).

* Begin clean-up at 8:10 AM; ensure all students participate and that materials are properly stored.

* Escort elementary students to Room 107 at 8:15 AM and supervise until 8:20 AM (students must always be supervised).

* Escort preschool students to their classrooms following the elementary group.

* Maintain active supervision and avoid cell phone use unless explicitly permitted by a teacher.

Elementary (8:20 AM)

* Accompany students walking to their classrooms.

PM Extended Day (3:40-5:30 PM) (2 workers)

* Provide active supervision during unstructured playtime both indoors and on the playground.

* Remain attentive and mobile, positioning yourself to always see and support students.

* Enforce playground safety rules:
Slide feet-first only; no climbing up slides;
Swing safely front-to-back only;
No rocks, sticks, mulch throwing; or unsafe behaviors;
Preschool students only on bikes/scooters with helmets.

* Snack Time (4:30-4:45 PM):
Serve dry snack foods and water; monitor handwashing before snack;
Snack is only for enrolled preschool and elementary students;
Students may take snack if picked up during this time;
If approached by a parent about a child's day, notify a classroom teacher-do not discuss student performance.

* Begin final clean-up at 5:00 PM; offer quiet activities (e.g., Legos, coloring) to simplify end-of-day transitions.

* At 5:30 PM, stack chairs and wipe down tables with disinfecting wipes.

Nap Coverage (12:30-2:15 PM)

* Assist students in preparing for rest with personal items (blanket, pillow, stuffed animal).

* Support teachers during story time and help settle students.

* Monitor nap time and offer quiet comfort (e.g., back rubbing) to help children fall asleep.

* Maintain silence during nap time-no phone use. Homework may be done only after students are asleep.

* Support students as they begin to wake up around 2:15 PM.

General Expectations

* Always maintain direct supervision of students.

* Use of cell phones during work time is strictly prohibited unless approved by a supervisor.

* Demonstrate responsibility, maturity, and professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and staff.

* Adhere to all school policies, safety procedures, and expectations for conduct.