Education Technician

U.S. Coast Guard•Buzzards Bay, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This GS-1702-5 Education Technician position is located at the USCG Base Cape Cod Child Development Center in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. The employee serves as a Team Teacher, providing classroom instruction, planning learning activities, and supporting safe daily operations. The role also supports compliance with Coast Guard policies and accreditation standards and assists with staff development and communication with parents and management.

Requirements

At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level, such as providing classroom instruction in a child development setting; maintaining safe and sanitary facilities; applying child care policies and accreditation standards; assisting with staff training; and collaborating with parents and management to resolve child care concerns.
Alternatively, four years of education above high school, or a combination of post-high-school education and specialized experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
Must successfully pass a background investigation; the position requires a Public Trust clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination.
Must provide required transcripts by the announcement closing date when qualifying based in whole or in part on education.

Responsibilities

Plan and provide classroom instruction and learning activities.
Oversee center operations in the absence of designated leadership.
Conduct sanitation and safety checks, including inspections of playground equipment.
Support compliance with Coast Guard policies and accreditation standards.
Assist with staff meetings, training, and workshops.
Work with management and parents to address child care concerns.