Child and Youth Program Assistant (Leader Level)

U.S. Air Forces, Europe; Geilenkirchen; Vor Ort; EUR 26.000 - 29.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

U.S. Air Forces, Europe in Geilenkirchen AB, Germany, seeks a Child and Youth Program Assistant (Leader Level) to guide staff in delivering quality programs for children and youth aged 6 weeks to 18 years. The role emphasizes safety, supervision, and developmental activities within DoD and AF standards.

The position is part-time (20-34 hours/week) with weekday schedules and occasional weekends, nights, and holidays. Training provided; military spouse preference caveat applies.

Qualifikationen

• Leadership of program staff and oversight of operations.
• Ability to supervise children and youth across ages 6 weeks to 18 years.
• Ability to communicate with parents and staff and manage daily activities.

Aufgaben

• Serve as team leader for program staff.
• Oversee arrival/departure of children and youth.
• Supervise daily indoor/outdoor activities and field trips.
• Maintain staffing ratios and ensure safety and positive interactions.
• Prepare and implement activities meeting physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs.
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to team members.
• Ensure compliance with AF standards and DoD accreditation.

Kenntnisse

Team leadership

Child and youth program operations

Parent communication

Jobbeschreibung

Child and Youth Program Assistant (Leader Level)

This position is at the Child Development Center, Geilenkirchen AB, Germany. This is a Regular Part-Time position (20-34 hours per week). Work schedule is Monday through Friday, including occasional weekends, nights, and holidays. Military Spouse Preference is lost if selected for this position.

Key Responsibilities

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (LEADER LEVEL): Serve as team leader for program staff with responsibility for the operation and program in accordance with applicable regulation in one or more child and youth programs. Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Oversees arrival/departure of children/youth.

Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events. Works in ratio with children and youth. Monitors staff/child or youth ratios to ensure adequate staffing Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults.

Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children/youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Works with trainer and supervisor to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth.

Works with team members to prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule. Assists children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills. Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisors, and volunteers.

Participates in conferences with parents, program staff, and other representatives (as applicable). Briefs other employees and parents. Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with an authorized person according to written parental instruction. Provides opportunities for parental involvement.

Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, polices and directives to team members. Resolves problems and conflict situations or obtains information and guidance from supervisor. Demonstrates proper work methods and provides work-related guidance to subordinates. Models' appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth.

Conducts on-the-job training and instruction for team members. Ensures team members follow safety, fire, fitness, health, and nutrition procedures and informs supervisor of compliance concerns. Relays instructions from the supervisor, makes activity assignments and gets work started in accordance with the daily activity plan. Provides input to the supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignments, performance appraisals, incentive awards, etc.

Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Arranges for/serves appropriate snacks/meals, where applicable. 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.

Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with AF standards and metrics. Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Provides care/supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with AF and local policies, guidance, and standards. Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to AF Child and Youth Programs.

Acts as manager in non-routine/emergency situations for purposes of opening/closing of facility. Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements & Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program.

It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Air Forces, Europe, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $22.82 – $22.82/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-28.

What is the work schedule?

This is a 20-34 Hours Per Week position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.