CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ASSISTANT (Multilevel) 500 Recruitment Incentive - MCGUIRE

Air Mobility Command; New Hanover Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive bonus

Job summary

Air Mobility Command at McGuire AFB, New Jersey invites applicants for the Child Development Program Assistant (Multilevel). This flexible position supports Child Development Centers I or II with care and supervision for children and youth, from 6 weeks to 18 years, and includes a $500 recruitment incentive with a 6-month service agreement.

The role involves activity planning, safety oversight, and possible transport in government vehicles. Applications close 2026-09-30.

Qualifications

• Education substitution allowed to qualify.
• Foreign education may be used if deemed equivalent to U.S. education.
• You must provide evidence when applying.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more programs.
• Ensure whereabouts and safety of children/youth.
• Provide care, supervision, and accountability for participants.
• Assist in preparing age-appropriate activities and supervise indoor/outdoor activities.
• Transport children in government vehicles if required.
• Coordinate activities for various levels and communicate with staff/parents.

Job description

CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ASSISTANT (Multilevel) 500 Recruitment Incentive - MCGUIRE

• Schedule: This is a Flexible Position (can work 0-40 hrs per week).

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Child Development Center I or Child Development Center II, McGuire AFB, New Jersey. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information). *****RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE BONUS OF $500.00 (Includes a 6-month service agreement)*****

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 Mobility Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $18.7 – $25.64/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

What is the work schedule?

This is a This is a Flexible Position (can work 0-40 hrs per week). position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

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