Education Tech Supervisor Nf4

U.S. Marine Corps•Marine Corps Air Station - Yuma, AZ

19h

About The Position

The Education Tech Supervisor serves as a first-level supervisor in Child and Youth Programs (CYP), overseeing staff who provide developmental care and instruction to children and youth from six weeks to 18 years of age. The supervisor provides routine oversight, instruction, mentoring, and coaching to direct care professionals in Department of War-operated military CYPs, supporting staff development, adherence to standards of care and curriculum, and delivery of care consistent with child and youth development best practices. The position is the primary liaison between the CYP management team and direct care professionals and works under the written and verbal direction of the program Director. Day-to-day work is normally performed independently, with supervisory assistance available as needed. When assigned, the incumbent may serve as Manager on Duty and assume the program Director’s or Assistant Director’s responsibilities in their absence. The position requires interpreting program policies and procedures, supporting employee development, and responding to the needs of children, youth, and parents. The supervisor serves as a mandated reporter under local policy for suspected child abuse or neglect and must know applicable Federal, State, and local laws. This position has regular contact with children under age 18 and requires favorably adjudicated background checks, required immunizations and physical examinations, completion of required training, and current CPR and First Aid certifications. It is a Test Designated Position subject to random drug testing. The supervisor oversees an assigned team of direct care professionals and volunteers, conducts observations and performance reviews, and supports personnel actions and staffing plans. The role also coordinates with management and professional staff to maintain continuity and quality of service, and works with the Training and Curriculum Specialist to ensure program supplies and materials are adequate and maintained. The incumbent must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in early childhood, elementary or secondary education, child and youth development, special education, or a related field with 24 semester hours directly related to the assigned age group; alternatively, a combination of education and experience from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university.
At least 12 months of experience working in group programs with children or youth, with demonstrated knowledge of child growth or youth development theories and principles.
Must pass favorably adjudicated background checks.
Must meet immunization requirements for working with children and youth, including influenza vaccination, and pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals; must provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
Must complete required Department of War and Service orientation, initial, annual ongoing training, and certifications within specified timeframes.
Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Must follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite.
Position is subject to random drug testing; a positive test or failure to submit may be grounds for removal.
Resume must not exceed two pages for consideration.

Responsibilities

Supervise an assigned team of direct care professionals and volunteers serving up to six classrooms or equivalent activity areas.
Provide routine supervisory oversight, instruction, mentoring, and coaching to CYP direct care professionals.
Conduct written observations during all hours of operation and evaluate employees against established performance standards, including midterm and annual reviews.
Initiate and implement personnel actions and support selection, assignments, training, promotions, discipline, and recognition of employees and volunteers.
Plan subordinate work, set and adjust short-term priorities, and provide input on schedules to use staff experience and abilities effectively and meet organizational and customer needs.
Undertake minor disciplinary measures, take action in more serious disciplinary matters, and prepare supporting documentation.
Resolve personnel-related complaints and recommend corrective action to the CYP management team when necessary.
Assist the Assistant Director in developing staffing schedules that support required staff-to-child/youth ratios, supervision, planning and training time, and classroom or activity-area needs.
Provide employees with advice, counsel, or instruction on work and administrative matters.
Collaborate with other managers and professional staff to ensure seamless service and continuity of quality for children and youth.
Work with the Training and Curriculum Specialist to ensure programming supplies and materials are adequate, maintained, and available for lesson and activity plans.
Submit requests for developmentally appropriate program-specific materials, equipment, and furnishings.
Serve as a mandated reporter under local policy for suspected child abuse or neglect.
Serve as Manager on Duty and assume the Director’s or Assistant Director’s responsibilities when assigned and when they are absent.
Support Equal Employment Opportunity principles and prevention of discrimination, harassment, and reprisal.