CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL)

Air Education and Training Command; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Child care discount

Job summary

Air Education and Training Command at Luke AFB seeks a Child and Youth Program Assistant (entry level) to provide care and supervision for children and youth, following prepared curricula and activities. The role emphasizes safety, activity planning, and reporting to staff and parents.

Training and supervision are provided within a USAF child development setting. Salary varies by experience and education, with a posted pay range of $18.71–$22.76 per hour.

Qualifications

• Safety and supervision of children/youth.

Responsibilities

• Serve as CYPA in one or more child and youth programs.
• Accountability for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth.
• Prepare age-appropriate activities and supervise indoor/outdoor activities.

Job description

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL)

• Hiring Agency: Air Education and Training Command

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Luke Child Development Center. 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 and/or certification: Target Level: $ 22.76 Intermediate Level: $ 21.29 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 Education and Training Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $18.71 – $22.76/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-07.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

Related Searches

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL), CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL) jobs, CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL) careers, apply CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL), CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL) in Luke AFB, CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL) jobs Luke AFB, CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL) in Arizona, CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL) jobs Arizona, jobs in Luke AFB, careers in Luke AFB, jobs in Arizona, federal jobs in Arizona, government jobs Arizona, jobs near Luke AFB, Arizona, Air Education and Training Command, Air Education and Training Command jobs, Air Education and Training Command careers, Air Education and Training Command Luke AFB, Department of the Air Force, Department of the Air Force jobs, Education And Training Technician, Education And Training Technician jobs, USAJOBS Education And Training Technician, public jobs, CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL) salary

Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government