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About Circles Upstate SC

Circles Upstate SC is a chapter of Circles

USA and falls under the umbrella of SHARE, a non‑profit Community Action Agency that provides a wide range of services to low- and moderate‑income residents in upstate South Carolina. Circles provides families in poverty with training and connections to help them exit poverty.

Time Commitment about 2 hours (5 15 pm-7 30 pm) every Wednesday!

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must consent to and pass an FBI and/or state background check.
• Must read, sign and follow childcare policies and procedures and confidentiality policies.
• Able to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Support the Children’s Program in the care, safety, and education of children.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of the Circles USA children’s curriculum.
• Maintain an environment that is clean, safe, and promotes children’s development.
• Arrange the classroom environment to meet program goals.
• Assist with the routine cleaning in the classroom.
• Address parental concerns or discuss as soon as possible with the Children’s Coordinator.
• Assist with making accident reports, as needed.
• Provide input on children’s growth, development and needs and maintain communication with parents, as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Report any suspected abuse to the Children’s Program Coordinator or Circles Staff.
• Assist the Children’s Program Coordinator with other duties as needed.

• Build relationships with children and their families through dinner and interaction each week at the Circles meeting.
• Ensure children are participating and listening during lesson time, often providing one‑on‑one attention.
• Engage the children by reading a book, helping with homework, or providing positive attention during free time.