Child and Youth Program Training and Curriculum Specialist

U.S. Department of the Navy; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Navy is seeking an individual to assist the CYP Training Specialist in training programs for children and youth. This role involves mentoring, assessing child development, and ensuring compliance with national accreditation standards. Applicants should have a strong background in child and youth development, with skills in curriculum planning and emergency responsiveness.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or youth programs required.
• Knowledge of NAEYC, COA, NAFCC accreditation processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training and mentoring children and youth programs.
• Observe implementation of training standards.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation requirements.

Skills

Management of developmentally appropriate programs

Curriculum development

Emergency response

Interpersonal communication

Training and mentoring

Education

Combination of education and specialized experience

Job description

The incumbent assists the CYP Training Specialist in role modeling, mentoring, coordinating and providing training; observing for successful implementation of training; assessing development of children and youth by direct observation; and providing services that lead to obtaining and/or maintaining accreditation by National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Council on Accreditation (COA), or National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)
Duties

Training

Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed.
• Ability to complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs.
• Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.
• Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)

Qualifications

• Combination of education and specialized experience working with children or youth.
• Knowledge, skill, and ability to independently manage a developmentally appropriate program for the age groups served.
• Knowledge and background of child and youth programs including principles, practices and techniques of child and youth development.
• Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect.
• Knowledge of the NAEYC, COA and NAFCC accreditation criteria and process, the required programs of the BGCA, 4-H, and the skills and knowledge to implement the Department of Defense (DoD) certification standards.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and implementing programs.
• Skill to develop curriculum outlines, courses of study lesson plans/guides, and to conduct training workshops.
• Ability to provide guidance and leadership.
• Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations including evacuations, child illness, and physical and emotional disorders.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.