Lead Teacher, Macfeat Laboratory School

Description

The Richard W. Riley College of Education, Sport and Human Sciences  at Winthrop University is seeking a lead teacher for the Macfeat Laboratory School. 

Macfeat Laboratory School uses the National Association for the Education of Young Children standards as a framework to guide our curriculum and program. We maintain an A+ rating from ABC Quality Rating System, demonstrating that our program goes above and beyond to provide an environment where children thrive. Macfeat is also licensed by the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS).

Lead teachers of each classroom are master early childhood educators with advanced degrees in their field. Undergraduate and graduate students assist lead teachers as they work together to support the growth and development of the whole child (intellectually, physically, socially and emotionally) using culturally relevant and sustaining practices. Macfeat provides each child with a unique opportunity to explore, create, experiment and socially interact with other children and caring, competent adults. Macfeat also serves as a research site. Throughout the school year, faculty members, graduate, and undergraduate students from various university departments spend time in Macfeat observing, participating and interacting positively with the children.

The Richard W. Riley College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences at Winthrop University has a reputation for the preparation and advancement of highly qualified professionals for South Carolina and the country.  Historically renowned in teacher preparation, Winthrop University is CAEP-accredited and has received national recognition for its clinically-based teacher preparation and partnerships with local schools. The university enjoys close proximity to Charlotte, NC, high quality local schools, and an affordable cost of living. The college is committed to building an educational environment in which all students, faculty, and staff collaborate in a supportive and inclusive community. Individuals from under-represented groups or with experience working with under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

Major Responsibilities:

• Teach early childhood aged children (preschool or kindergarten) in a full-day school environment
• Plan and implement innovative, individualized curriculum that actively engages students in culturally, developmentally and academically appropriate learning experiences
• Establish and maintain effective communication and relationships with families to include formal conferences and ongoing student progress reports
• Supervise and assist in the professional development of graduate and undergraduate students employed by the laboratory school
• Mentor university students assigned to the classroom in field experiences associated with university coursework
• Collaborate with the laboratory school director, faculty, and staff to support school requirements such as goals setting, accreditation, curriculum, and other regulations
• Demonstrate innovative early childhood pedagogy and collaborate on research with faculty members
• Participate in appropriate professional development opportunities
• Available to work extended hours
• Other duties as assigned by the director

Employment Conditions: A 10 month, full-time position. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Position Availability: August 1, 2025

About Winthrop University

Founded in 1886, Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina, offers its 6,000-plus undergraduate and graduate students an educational experience that blends liberal arts, professional programs, global awareness, and civic engagement. In its colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business and Technology; Education, Sport, and Human Sciences; and Visual and Performing Arts, Winthrop embraces only those programs and activities that can be delivered at an exemplary level. Winthrop is well known for its inclusive and supportive campus environment, with University College supporting programs in both academic and student affairs. Winthrop University is achieving national stature as a competitive and distinctive co-educational, public, residential, comprehensive, values-oriented institution. The values of service, excellence, diversity, community, and leadership provide the foundation for Winthrop’s continuing development and shape Winthrop’s continuing success. Numerous national accolades reflect the sustained high quality and value of the Winthrop Experience, including the most recent U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Winthrop as one of the top-10 public comprehensive universities in