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CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT YOUTH CENTER Department of the Air Force U.S. Air Force Academy Air Force Non-Appropriated Funds NAF Apply Print Share Save
Summary
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About the position
This position is Non-appropriated Fund NAF and will be assigned to the Falcon Trail Youth Center Air Force Academy CO. This position may include split shifts Dept. of the Air Force Child & Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discounts 1st Child - 100 Free Childcare 2nd Child - 37 Employee Discount USAFA Commissary Privileges Pay will be set based on experience and/or education Entry Level 18.70 Intermediate Level 19.82 Target Level 21.01
Overview
Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 02202026 to 08212026 Salary 18.70 to - 21.01 per hour Pay scale & grade CY 1 - 2 Location Few vacancies in the following location Air Force Academy CO Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Intermittent - Flexible - No guaranteed hours - work 0-40 hours per week Service Competitive Promotion potential None Job family Series 1702 Education And Training Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NSLow Risk Trust determination process Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number 26-6WFSYY191370 Control number 858378700
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT ALL LEVELS
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 ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years.
Helps establish a program environment and promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults.
Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate the daily schedule.
Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisors, and volunteers.
Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities on field trips, outings, and special events.
Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices.
Cares for special needs children and youth as directed by the supervisor.
Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns.
Helps arrange for and serve appropriate snacks and meals where applicable.
Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed.
Notes special instructions provided by parents.
Ensures children and youth depart with an authorized person according to written parental instructions.
Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation where applicable.
Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to Air Force Child and Youth Programs.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT ENTRY LEVEL
Assists in providing and leading planned activities.
Assist children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills.
Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions.
Uses prepared curriculum, program materials, and assists with developing a list of needed supplies and equipment.
Helps create adult-made games and play materials, i.e., mixing paint, play dough, assembling props, activities, etc.
Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques as provided by the supervisors.
Attends to the physical needs of the children as applicable.
Assists in maintaining program participation data and completing required daily reports.
Participates in program evaluations as required.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Assists in planning, coordinating, and conducting activities for program participants, including group and individual child and youth activities.
Assists children and youth with special projects and life skills.
Participates in conferences with parents and staff.
Reviews and implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age and stage appropriateness.
Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.
Participates in program evaluations using designated instruments, such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools, as required, self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools.
Provides care, supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with local policies, guidance, and standards.
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.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT TARGET LEVEL
Implements activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth.
Assist children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills.
Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements.
Develops and implements schedules and plans.
Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities.
Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.
Participates in conferences with parents and staff.
Briefs other employees and parents.
Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments, such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools, as required, self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools.
Provides care, supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with local policies, guidance, and standards.
Conditions of Employment
This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position TDP. The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
This position has physical lifting requirements, which require the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations, including annual influenza vaccinations, and be free of all communicable diseases.
This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, including Food Handlers certification within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.
This position requires the incumbent to provide a driving record from the state from which the incumbent has a valid drivers license.
Who May Apply
Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preferences and/or priority consideration eligibility. An applicants eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date of this job announcement.
Business Based Action Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse Widow Parent of Veteran and Transition Hiring Preference
Qualifications
Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and be able to provide proof, i.e., diploma or equivalent for verification.
ANDCY PROGRAM ASSISTANT ENTRY LEVEL This is an entry-level position, no previous experience required
CYPROGRAM ASSISTANT INTERMEDIATE LEVEL Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 level working in a group program for children or youth AND Completion of 3 AF modules or equivalent AND AF Orientation Training Program
CYPROGRAM 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 complete 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 bachelors 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, elementary 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 allows for education substitution.
Foreign education must be deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Individual Must Meet Qualification and Eligibility Background Requirements
U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three 3 or more consecutive years immediately preceding the