Child and Youth Program Assistant

Myairforcelife; Oregon (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Child Program Assistant for their Child Development Center. This role offers flexible hours and requires a high school diploma along with relevant experience in child or youth programs. The position has various levels based on experience, with specific training requirements. Applicants must provide necessary documentation to qualify.

Benefits

Employee Child Care Discount

Qualifications

• Must provide resume and high school diploma or official transcripts.
• Experience in group programs for children or youth required for higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Work at the Child Development Center with flexible hours.
• Assist in programs for children and youth.

Skills

Child Development

Youth Development

Education

High School Diploma

15 semester hours in relevant fields

Job description

About the position:

This position is located at the Child Development Center.

Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount is applicable to this position (see Additional Information).

Work Schedule is flexible with no guaranteed hours, but could work up to 40 hours a week.

Pay will be set based on experience, education, and/or certification:

• Target Level: $21.74
• Intermediate Level: $19.62
• Entry Level: $18.51

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. Eligibility will be determined based on the information provided in the application and proof of eligibility must be submitted by the closing date, 05/16/2025.

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

To qualify, you must meet the experience requirements below. Experience includes paid, unpaid, and volunteer work, including service through programs like Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, and other organizations. Your resume must clearly describe relevant experience. If qualifying through education, transcripts are required.

Qualifying Experience: ALL LEVELS

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent; proof (diploma or equivalent) is required.

*Applicant must provide a resume AND high school diploma or official college transcripts. Failure to upload both will disqualify the applicant.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL):

Six months experience equivalent to the CY-02 level working in a group program for children or youth AND completion of applicable training modules; OR 30 semester hours above high school level, including at least 15 in early childhood education, youth development, or related fields. *Applicant must provide resume AND high school diploma or official transcripts.

CY PROGRAM 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; OR 15 semester hours above high school level in relevant fields. *Applicant must provide resume AND high school diploma or official transcripts.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL):

This is an entry-level position; no previous experience required. *Applicant must provide resume AND high school diploma or official transcripts.