Program Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• Test Designated Position (TDP): Incumbent will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Must possess ONE of the following: 24 months (2 years) of experience working in a childcare or youth program and completion of DoD-approved competency-based training requirements.
• Successful completion of all required Entry, Intermediate, and Target Level training requirements must be documented by the Service.
• OR 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 of college coursework, including 24 semester hours directly related to early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, physical education, or a closely related field.
• OR 24 months (2 years) of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and possession of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School-Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum, or other nationally recognized child or youth development credential appropriate to the age group served.
• OR A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university that includes at least 24 semester hours directly related to early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, physical education, or a closely related field.
• Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate.
• Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation installation, state, and national criminal background checks is required.
• Must satisfactorily complete mandatory training as specified below.
• 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.
• Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation.

Nice To Haves

• A good driving record may be required as a condition of employment.
• May serve as acting manager during non-routine situations or opening and closing procedures as directed.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a team leader in one or more Child and Youth Programs.
• Provides care, supervision, accountability, and developmental instruction for children and youth while serving as a lead resource for assigned staff.
• Monitors daily operations to ensure program requirements, staff-to-child ratios, and safety standards are maintained.
• Provides guidance, instruction, mentoring, and on-the-job training to Entry, Intermediate, and Target Level Child and Youth Program Assistants.
• Explains program procedures, policies, and work assignments.
• Demonstrates proper work methods, models appropriate interactions with children and youth, and assists staff in developing professional knowledge and skills.
• Relays instructions from supervisors and assists with coordinating daily activities and staffing assignments.
• Plans, coordinates, and implements age-appropriate activities, schedules, and special events that support the developmental needs of children and youth.
• Supports inclusive programming for children and youth with special needs and ensures staff follow individualized care instructions, behavior support strategies, and accommodation requirements.
• Monitors compliance with health, fire, safety, sanitation, accountability, and program requirements.
• Conducts routine checks of classrooms, activity areas, equipment, supplies and reports deficiencies to supervisors.
• Responds to emergencies, observes participants for signs of illness, injury, abuse, neglect, or emotional distress, and ensures required documentation is completed.
• Works collaboratively with parents, staff, and program leadership.
• Participates in parent conferences and provides information regarding program activities and participant progress.
• Assists with program evaluations, certification, accreditation, inspections, inventories, participation reporting, and risk management activities.
• May serve as acting manager during non-routine situations or opening and closing procedures as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

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