ECDC TEACHER ASSISTANT (TEMP)

Job Summary

Work directly with children in classrooms while being accountable for them, under the supervision of the full-time Teacher and other full-time staff.

• Model appropriate practices and assist children with direct care needs
• Greet families upon arrival and at pick-up time
• Help children get engaged in activities
• Interact with children one-on-one and in small groups
• Assist teaching staff in various projects

Be prepared for general cleaning responsibilities and providing bathroom assistance for children. Take part in documenting children’s learning (checklists, taking photos, anecdotal notes, observations, etc.)

Responsibilities*

• Assist in a classroom by maintaining consistency and having high expectations for children while keeping a global vision
• Provide a safe, healthy learning environment for children birth to twelve years
• Communicate and promote family involvement within classroom
• Assist in the planning and facilitate a developmentally appropriate curriculum guided by the Reggio Emilia Approach or Montessori which promotes physical, social & cognitive development
• Be willing to collaborate with teachers in order to provide quality care for children & families, as well as establish a quality program
• Participate in training activities by continuing education in areas of development, curriculum & classroom methods
• Provoke ideas and scaffold children’s knowledge through problem solving, representational work and conflict resolution
• Observe, document & evaluate children on an ongoing basis through the use of Ages and Stages Questionnaires, assessments and portfolios for family/teacher conferences
• Conduct meaningful & engaging small/large group activities/projects
• Ability to work with a tolerant classroom which promotes diversity, thus enhancing social-emotional development of children
• Perform every aspect necessary to insure excellent child care
• Exhibit a commitment to the mission & philosophy of the Center

Required Qualifications*

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
• Excellent attendance, strong work ethic, dependable
• Flexible (able to adapt to variety of situations)
• Previous early childhood experience is not required but the willingness to learn and grow.
• Enjoys interacting with young children (infant through preschool)
• Continued employment is based on whether you are attending college courses.
• Adhere to the Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers

Desired Qualifications*

• It is preferred that individuals have education related to early childhood, nursing, psychology, social work or related fields
• Experience working with young children

Modes of Work

Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/?

The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.

Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.

Additional Information

If hired, an out-of-pocket TB Test along with a criminal record check through LARA Fingerprinting system PRIOR to working with children are expected. Each semester employees are asked to complete 12 paid professional development hours through in-service trainings, conferences and workshops suggested on a regular basis. Early childhood classes count toward these required training hours.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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ECDC TEACHER ASSISTANT (TEMP)

TEACHERS ASSISTANT (TEMP)

Flint Campus

Onsite

Part-Time

Temporary

Nonexempt

Flint Schedu Hmn Svs

Flint ECDC

2/06/2025 - 5/07/2025

$15.00 - $19.00

Temporary Job Opening