Child and Youth Program Assistant (CDC)

First Roles; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Child Care Discount

Job summary

The Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs is hiring a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) at all levels. The role involves supervision, activity planning, and ensuring child safety in a Child Development Center. Pay is set by level (Target $21.92, Intermediate $20.51, Entry $18.07) and hours can range from 0 to 40 per week, with 0 hours guaranteed.

This is a Non-Appropriated Fund position. Child care discounts apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and supervision for children and youth, ensuring safety and accountability.
• Assist in preparing age-appropriate activities and supervise indoor/outdoor activities, field trips, and events.
• Assist with snacks and meals and follow program policies and regulations.
• Coordinate activities for children from 6 weeks to 18 years and maintain inventory of equipment and supplies.

Job description

About the position: This position is Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Child Development Center. This is a Flexible position guaranteed 0 hours per week but can be scheduled for up to 40 hours per week. Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification: Target Level: $21.92 Intermediate Level: $20.51 Entry Level: $18.07 Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs.

• Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information).

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.

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.