Child and Youth Program Assistant (Target Leader Level)

Job description

Summary About the position: This position is located at the Child Development Center.

Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information).

Work hours are subject but not limited to: 6:00am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday Occasional weekends for special events.

Must be 18+ years of age.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE PULLED ON FRIDAYS AT 8:00AM UNTIL POSITION CLOSES.

Responsibilities CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL): The incumbent will serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs and will be accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth.

Provides care/supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants.

Assists in preparing age appropriate activities; supervises children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events; arranges and serves snacks/meals.

Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations.

Coordinates and conducts activities for children and/or youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years.

Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions.

Implements program options for children and youth with special requirements.

Demonstrates, instructs, leads and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities.

Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities.

Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (LEADER LEVEL): Serve as team leader for program staff with responsibility for the operation and program in accordance with applicable regulation in one or more child and youth programs.

Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth.

Oversees arrival/departure of children/youth.

Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events.

Works in ratio with children and youth.

Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults.

Monitors staff/child or youth ratios to ensure adequate staffing.

Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children/youth.

Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements.

Works with trainer and supervisor to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth.

Works with team members to prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule.

Assists children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills.

Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.

Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisors, and volunteers.

Participates in conferences with parents, program staff, and other representatives (as applicable).

Briefs other employees and parents.

Notes special instructions provided by parents.

Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with an authorized person according to written parental instruction.

Provides opportunities for parental involvement.

Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies.

Explains program guidance, procedures, polices and directives to team members.

Resolves problems and conflict situations or obtains information and guidance from supervisor.

Demonstrates proper work methods and provides work-related guidance to subordinates.

Models' appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth.

Conducts on-the-job training and instruction for team members.

Ensures team members follow safety, fire, fitness, health, and nutrition procedures and informs supervisor of compliance concerns.

Relays instructions from the supervisor, makes activity assignments and gets work started in accordance with the daily activity plan.

Provides input to the supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignments, performance appraisals, incentive awards, etc.

Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed.

Arranges for/serves appropriate snacks/meals, where applicable.

Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies.

Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.

Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data.

Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with AF standards and metrics.

Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.

Provides care/supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with AF and local policies, guidance, and standards.

Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to AF Child and Youth Programs.

Acts as manager in non-routine/emergency situations for purposes of opening/closing of facility.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12808040 Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone.

Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.

An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 12/29/2025 Business Based Action Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: ALL LEVELS Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent; and be able to provide proof (i.e., diploma or equivalent) for verification.

AND CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL): Must possess one of the following: 18 months working in any childcare or youth program.

Completion of DoD approved competency-training courses.

Additionally, entry and intermediate level training must be completed and evident by Service-issued documentation.

18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program, plus possession and maintenance of one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: child development associate credential, military school age credential, or other nationally recognized youth development credential.

18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program, plus an associate degree that includes a major course of study (24 credit hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university.

Possession and maintenance of one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: child development associate credential, military school age credential, Army youth practicum or other nationally recognized youth development credential.

A bachelor's degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 credit hours) from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university with content directly related to: early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, and physical education.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (LEADER LEVEL): Must possess one of the following: 24 months (2 years) working in any childcare or youth program and completion of DoD approved competency training courses.

Additionally, successful completion of all required training for program assistant (entry, skilled, and target level) must be complete and evident by service-issued documentation.

24 months (2 years) of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and an associate degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 credit hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university.

Possession and maintenance of one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: child development associate credential, military school age credential, Army youth practicum or other nationally recognized youth development credential.

A bachelor's degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 credit hours) from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university with content directly related to: early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, and physical education.

Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify.

This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.

You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program.

It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional Information Child Development Program will provide 100% child care fee discount for all CYP staff for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular part-time DAF CDP.

A 37% discount will apply for any additional children of direct care staff.

Direct care staff must spend a minimum of 75% of their work schedule in the classroom and flex employees who average 15 hours a week.

Please contact local NAF HR Office for additional information.

Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.

This includes providing any supporting documents needed for verification.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.

This position requires the incumbent to be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

Direct deposit is required.

Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.

A probationary period may be required.

Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).

Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement.

And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.

Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.

This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

Required Skill Profession

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