• Support the classroom teacher in creating a high quality learning environment that supports the development and education of the children using the Reggio-inspired approach to learning. 
• Provoke children's ideas and scaffold their understanding though problem solving, representational work, and conflict resolution. 
• Implement Positive Child guidance and intervention supports. 
• Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs as well as their educational needs. 
• Effectively support the management of the classroom by maintaining consistency and developmentally appropriate expectations. 
• Lead activities under the direction of the lead teacher. 
• Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times. 
• Meet program objectives concerning education standards, quality, safety, and cleanliness. 

• Have a high school degree or equivalent education. 
• Have at least 1 year of experience working with children and/or a certificate in early childhood education or currently working towards the completion of one. 

• CDA or Associates degree in Child Development or another related field. 
• Knowledge of the Reggio Emilia philosophy. 
• Exceptional communication skills (speaking and writing), and computer literacy skills. 
• Experience with documentation skills. 

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.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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