Child and Youth Program Assistant (Child Development Center)

U.S. Department of Defense; Kaiserslautern; Vor Ort; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for child development roles at their centers in Germany. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with children and youth, ensuring their development and well-being in a supportive environment. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and demonstrate experience in childcare, as well as the ability to meet specific health and training requirements. With competitive pay rates based on experience and education, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in young lives. Join a mission-driven team committed to providing quality care and education.

Leistungen

Employment Bonuses

Child Care Discount

Logistical Support

Qualifikationen

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience in childcare or youth programs is essential.

Aufgaben

• Ensure compliance with pre-employment checks and physical requirements.
• Complete necessary training and maintain immunizations.

Kenntnisse

Child Care Knowledge

Communication Skills

Physical Fitness

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate Degree in Related Field

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Jobbeschreibung

About the position: This position is located at the Vogelweh and Ramstein Child Development Centers.

$200 bonus with a service agreement plus additional employment bonuses, some restrictions apply.

This position may offer logistical support.

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:
Target $20.80
Intermediate: $19.62
Entry: $18.51

Duties and Requirements

• 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 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 the specified time from the date of hire or assignment to the position.
• Incumbent must be physically in Germany before a firm/final job offer can be received.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with the application by the closing date, 03/31/2025.

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• Transition Hiring Preference

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is U.S. Citizens and legal U.S. residents in Germany. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S. permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment. Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" U.S. citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement. If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent.

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: ALL LEVELS

Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent; and be able to provide proof (i.e., diploma or equivalent) for verification.

AND

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL):

• 18 months working in any childcare or youth program. Completion of DoD approved competency-training courses. Additionally, entry and intermediate level training must be completed 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 bachelor's 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, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, and physical education.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL):

• Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 Entry Level working in a group program for children or youth AND Completion of 3 AF modules (or equivalent) AND AF Orientation Training Program.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL):

• This is an entry level position; no previous experience required.