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Program Associate

U.S. Army

Prince Edward Island

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A government organization is seeking a Pre-Kindergarten Program Associate to support children in developing essential skills for school success while ensuring their safety and compliance with policies. The role includes motivating children, overseeing their activities, and completing required training. Candidates must meet background requirements, be at least 18 years old, and complete a health assessment to qualify for this position.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
  • Successful completion of all pre-employment checks including a background investigation.
  • Must complete a health assessment.

Responsibilities

  • Serves as a Pre-Kindergarten Program Associate.
  • Motivates children to develop Kindergarten Etiquette skills.
  • Provides supervision and ensures compliance with policies.
Job description

This position is located at White Sands Missile Range, NM.

Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee
  • CYS Regular and FLEX employees (working a minimum of 15 hours) who utilize White Sands Missile Range CYS childcare services (CDC and SAC)
  • First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees)
  • Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees)
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.
Duties
  • Serves as a Pre-Kindergarten Program Associate in the CYS Services Strong Beginnings Pre-K Program.
  • Motivates children to develop “Kindergarten Etiquette” skills, knowledge and behaviors that build a strong foundation for school success such as taking turns, raising hands, walking in a line, etc.
  • Provides supervision, oversight, and accountability for children in compliance with DoD, Army and local policies, guidance, and standards.
  • Works with the School Liaison Officer and school officials to ensure a smooth and successful transition to Kindergarten.
  • Completes designated training requirements and tracks and records training on own Individual Development Plan (IDP).
Requirements
  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
  • Must complete a health assessment.
  • Successful completion of prescribed training (transition and/or annual) is required.
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