Child & Youth Program Assistant (Child Development Center)

Air Force Global Strike Command

Minot Air Force Base (ND)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 30,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Air Force Global Strike Command at Minot AFB, ND invites applications for a Child & Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in a flexible position. The role covers ages 6 weeks to 18 years, with duties to support activities, safety, and youth development.

Responsibilities include planning and leading activities, supervising participants, maintaining records, and coordinating with staff and parents. The pay range is $18.70–$21.76 per hour, with a 0–40 hour flexible schedule as needed by the facility.

Qualifications

Supervise children and youth aged 6 weeks to 18 years.
Assist in planned activities and life skills with guidance.
Follow step-by-step instructions and safety procedures.
Interact with staff, parents, and volunteers professionally.

Responsibilities

Supervise children and youth during activities and field trips.
Assist in preparing indoor/outdoor activity areas and materials.
Support developmentally appropriate activities and safety practices.
Maintain daily reports and participate in program evaluations.

Skills

Child supervision

Safety compliance

Curriculum assistance

Communication with staff/parents

Job description

Child & Youth Program Assistant (Child Development Center)

Hiring Agency: Air Force Global Strike Command

About the position: This position will be a POSITION TITLE assigned to FACILITY NAME at Minot AFB, ND. This is a FLEXIBLE (FLEX) position. A Flex (Intermittent) schedule does not have guaranteed hours, and you may work 0-40 hours per week as needed by the facility. Employees are eligible to use the fitness center, golf course, bowling center, clubs, and swimming pool.

Key Responsibilities

Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs. Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Assists in providing and leading planned activities. Assist children and youth with special projects, homework and life skills. Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions.

Helps establish a program environment and promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate the daily schedule. Uses prepared curriculum/program materials and assists with developing a list of needed supplies and equipment.

Helps create adult-made games and play materials (i.e., mixing paint, play dough, assembling props, activities, etc.) Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques as provided by the supervisors. Attends to the physical needs of the children, as applicable. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisors, and volunteers.

Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events. Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices. Cares for special needs children and youth as directed by the supervisor. Notifies supervisor of health, fire and safety compliance concerns. Helps arrange for/serve appropriate snacks/meals, where applicable. Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns.

Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with an authorized person according to written parental instructions. Assists in maintaining program participation data and completing required daily reports. Participates in program evaluations as required.

Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation, where applicable. Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to Air Force Child and Youth Programs. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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 Global Strike Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $18.7 – $21.76/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-18.

Who is eligible to apply?

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