Child and Youth Program Assistant

Air Force District of Washington

Westphalia (MD)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus

Special recognition bonuses

Job summary

Air Force District of Washington is seeking a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) at multiple levels to support the Child Development Center at Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762. You will supervise, care for, and engage children and youth in age-appropriate activities while following program policies and safety guidelines.

The role includes coordinating activities, preparing age-appropriate curriculum, transporting children when required, and maintaining inventory.

Qualifications

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience 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.

Responsibilities

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.

Job description

Hiring Agency: Air Force District of Washington

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at The Child Development Center, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762 $750.00 recruitment bonus with a service agreement plus additional special recognition bonuses, some restrictions apply. Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification: Target Level: $ 24.90 Intermediate Level: $23.29 Entry Level: $ 18.70

Key Responsibilities

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.

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 Air Force District of Washington, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $18.7 – $24.9/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

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