Educational Technician (Child Development)

Air Force Civilian Service; Bellevue (NE); On-site; USD 41,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off (11 federal holidays)

Retirement benefits (FERS)

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service at Offutt AFB seeks an Educational Technician (Child Development) to guide and nurture children from six months to five years old, creating creative learning adventures through music, art, and play.

You will design individualized activity plans, observe development, collaborate with military families, and support a safe, inclusive classroom that fosters growth and curiosity in every child.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of childhood development, regulations, procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of early child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• Knowledge of Child Development Center regulations, programs and operations.
• Ability to develop creative and innovative activity and special program plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate developmental care and instruction for CDC children.
• Supervise and oversee a designated classroom.
• Design and execute individualized activity plans.
• Conduct health and developmental observations and implement programs for diverse needs.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Safety and hygiene

Communication (oral and written)

Observational skills

Creative activity planning

Job description

Every day, the children of our nation's military heroes look for a trusted mentor to spark their curiosity, guide their play, and keep them safe. As an Educational Technician (Child Development) (GS-1702-05) for Offutt AFB’s Child Development Center, you will step into a classroom of endless possibilities, guiding and nurturing children from six months to five years old. This isn't just a childcare job; it’s a vital mission where you will design creative learning adventures, through music, art, and play, while fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive space where every child can flourish. If you are ready to mentor emerging educators, partner closely with military families, and build a foundational legacy of care, this role allows you to make a profound and lasting impact.

The position is responsible for providing appropriate, specialized developmental care and instruction for children in the Child Development Center (CDC); performing basic oversight and supervision for a designated classroom; designing and executing stimulating, individualized activity plans; conducting health and developmental observations; and implementing specialized programs for children with diverse needs.

Salary Range is $41,143 - $53,486 based on experience.

AFCS Benefits

Paid Time Off

• 11 Federal Holidays each year
• 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time

• 13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance

• No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement

• Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
• Basic Benefits Plan
• Social Security
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)

This position can close at any time.

Requirements For This Position

• U.S. Citizenship

RECRUITMENT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA’s):

• Knowledge of childhood development, regulations, procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of early child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical. Cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• Knowledge of Child Development Center regulations, programs and operations.
• Ability to develop creative and innovative activity and special program plans.
• Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with others and to communicate effective, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to ensure the safety and hygiene of children through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space, and proper management of equipment.

AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.