Child and Youth Program Assistant

Summary This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at The Child Development Center, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762 Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information). Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification: Target Level: $ 24.90 Intermediate Level: $23.29 Entry Level: $ 18.70 Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF). Joint Base Andrews is known as "America's Airfield," executing a high-visibility, no-fail mission to provide premier airlift for the President of the United States and senior national leaders. When you join the Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) team, you aren't just taking a job-you are stepping into a dynamic environment and becoming a part of this exciting mission. Often called the military's premier joint base, JB Andrews is home to Air Force, Army, Navy and Marine units, and even hosts a chapter of the Civil Air Patrol. We hope you enjoy your employment here as you take part in this unique opportunity to make a global impact with your job and experience the myriad sight-seeing destinations in the National Capital Region.Major Duties: 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. Provides care/supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants. Assists in preparing age appropriate activities; supervises children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events; arranges and serves snacks/meals. Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations. May be required to transport children in government vehicles. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL): Coordinates and conducts activities for children and/or youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Demonstrates, instructs, leads and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL): Assists in planning, coordinating and conducting activities for program participants. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL): Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions. Assists in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Generates a list of needed supplies and equipment. Attends to the physical needs of the children, as applicable. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13015737