A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

The University of Michigan Towsley Children's House has an opening for a Child Care Center Teacher.  We are seeking an educator who chose a career in early childhood education because of the positive, lasting impacts their work has on children and families.  

The U-M Children's Centers provide care for close to 500 children of faculty, staff and students from all over the world.  The centers employ over 120 staff members.  The play based programs are designed by teaching teams adapting to meet the needs and interests of the children.  We maintain low teacher to child ratios so relationships can flourish.  Additional information about the U-M Children's Centers can be found at www.childcare.umich.edu.  

As a teacher in our program, you will work with children, families and coworkers from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities.  You will grow in your profession through regular professional development opportunities and will share your unique experiences and creativity while collaborating with coworkers.  Teaching staff report directly to the center Director.  

Benefits at the University of Michigan 

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future.  Some benefits for a teacher working in the Children's Centers includes: 

• Generous time off, including family leave
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting 
• Tuition assistance for furthering formal education in early childhood education is available pending funding 
• Child care tuition assistance for Center staff
• Please visit the U-M Benefits site for additional benefits information. 

• Provide developmentally appropriate early learning experiences for children enrolled in the program 
• Effectively manage groups of young children within state required ratios to ensure a safe and supportive environment 
• Collaborate with children, families, and colleagues to cultivate an environment of respectful relationships 
• Use technology to document and reflect on the experiences of children for the purpose of assessment, planning and family engagement 

For a detailed description of responsibilities, follow this link to the Child Care Center Teacher Job Description 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience as defined by child care licensing
• Minimum of 2 years in a similar role in a diverse childcare setting
• Familiarity with a variety of early childhood education methods and theories

This role is primarily onsite with occasional remote work offered based on Center business needs.  Flexible scheduling may also be considered (i.e. 4 10 hour work days or possible alternate schedules) and will vary by Center.  

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

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

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.