Child And Youth Program Assistant (Entry Level)

Air Education and Training Command • Altus AFB, OK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This Non-appropriated Fund position is located at the Altus Air Force Child Development Center. The Child and Youth Program Assistant provides care, supervision, oversight, and accountability for children and youth in one or more programs, ensuring their whereabouts and safety. The role supports age-appropriate activities, supervises indoor and outdoor activities and events, and arranges and serves snacks or meals. The employee follows applicable policies and regulations and may transport children in government vehicles.

Responsibilities vary by level. Target-level assistants coordinate and conduct activities for children and youth ages 6 weeks to 18 years, implement program options for participants with special requirements, facilitate planned and spontaneous activities, brief staff, management, and parents, and maintain inventories. Intermediate-level assistants help plan and conduct activities, implement daily schedules and age-appropriate activity plans, brief staff, management, and parents, and maintain inventories. Entry-level assistants perform routine tasks using step-by-step instructions, assist with prepared curriculum and materials, identify needed supplies, and attend to children’s physical needs as applicable.

Pay is set based on experience, education, and/or certification. Listed pay rates are $21.76 for Target Level, $20.35 for Intermediate Level, and $18.70 for Entry Level. The position requires pre-employment checks and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation, drug testing, a favorable pre-employment physical, current immunizations, and completion of assigned training, including Food Handlers certification. A valid state driver’s license and good driving record may be required if transporting children.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent, with proof available for verification.
• Must be at least 18 years old at the time of hire.
• Must communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• Must satisfactorily complete required pre-employment checks, including a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must consent to pre-employment and random drug testing; this is a Test Designated Position.
• Must pass a favorable pre-employment physical due to the position’s lifting requirement.
• Must obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations, including annual influenza vaccination, and be free of communicable diseases.
• Must complete assigned training within the specified timeframe, including Food Handlers certification.
• A valid state driver’s license must be obtained and maintained if required for transporting children; a good driving record may be required.
• Entry Level: no previous experience required.
• Intermediate Level: six months of experience equivalent to the CY-01 Entry Level working in a group program for children or youth; completion of three Air Force modules or equivalent and the Air Force Orientation Training Program.
• Target Level: 18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program and completion of DoD-approved competency-training courses, with entry- and intermediate-level training completed and documented; additional qualifying credential or education pathways are specified in the posting.
• Foreign education used to qualify must be documented as equivalent to conventional U.S. education.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must satisfy employment verification (E-Verify) requirements and use direct deposit.
• Applicants must provide a REAL ID or an authorized combination of identity documents for installation access.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, supervision, oversight, and accountability for children and youth, including ensuring their safety and whereabouts.
• Assist in preparing age-appropriate activities and supervise participants during indoor and outdoor activities, field trips, outings, and special events.
• Arrange and serve snacks and meals.
• Perform duties in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
• When assigned to the Target Level, coordinate and conduct activities for children and youth ages 6 weeks to 18 years; create an engaging environment; implement options for children and youth with special requirements; facilitate planned and spontaneous activities; brief staff, management, and parents; and inventory equipment and supplies.
• When assigned to the Intermediate Level, assist with planning, coordinating, and conducting activities; implement daily schedules and age- and stage-appropriate activity plans; brief staff, management, and parents; and inventory equipment and supplies.
• When assigned to the Entry Level, perform routine tasks using step-by-step instructions, assist with activities using prepared curriculum and program materials, generate lists of needed supplies and equipment, and attend to children’s physical needs as applicable.
• Transport children in government vehicles when required.

Benefits

• 100% childcare fee discount for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular part-time DAF Child Development Program.
• 37% childcare fee discount for each subsequent child.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED