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A Training and Curriculum Specialist is assigned responsibility for providing training to Child and Youth Program employees and Child Development Homes providers based on needs of the CYP. The incumbent is expected to operate independently with minimum supervision toward the overall objectives of the programs. The duties and responsibilities of the T &C Specialist can be grouped into categories, including training, classroom and program support, compliance, and additional responsibilities.
Learn more about this agency10/09/2018 to 10/23/2018
$27.84 - $27.84 per hour
Regular Full Time Position Available
NF 4
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time - Regular Full Time: 35-40 hrs/wk; benefits
Competitive
04
No
No
18-CDC-044
513240400
TRAINING:
Orients new employees to the whole CYP system and provides them with basic information that can be applied in all settings.
Works with CYP Directors to establish training plans and schedules for employee and provider training. Arranges for total CYP training opportunities, including training of management, administration, food service and direct staff.
Provides training that is appropriate for and tailored to the age group of the children and youth with whom the CYP employees and CDH providrs work.
Executes the Department of Navy (DoN) Standardized Module Training, provides initial and ongoing annual training, and ensures training is available to support career progression. Arranges for subject matter experts to conduct/support specialized training.
Enusres completion and documentation of required monthly training. Works with CY Program Assistants to enusre modules are completed.
Identifies additional training needs.
Maintains training records and individual development plans. Prepares training status reports and recommendations to supervisors and notifies CYP Directors of employees' and providers' training status and performance.
Develops programs that encourage and support the pursuit of continuing higher education by documenting requirements for completion of the Child Development Associate (CDA) or the Military School-Age Credential (MSA), and providing information, assistance and guidance to employees and providers who are seeking college-level classes to meet thier professional goals.
CLASSROOM/PROGRAM SUPPORT
Ensures that the required Navy curriculum is implemented within each CYP (i.e., supports implementation and execution of the Navy standardized curriculum within the Child Development Center Rev. 09/23/2013 (CDC), including assisting CY Program Assistants and Leaders by documenting observations and assessments, evaluating classroom environments, reviewing weekly activity plans, and providing additional training when needed).
Coordinates programming that supports the children and youth's physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development regardless of setting or length of time in care.
Ensures the quality and consistency of developmental programming to include the environment, equipment, materials, program structure, curriculum, risk management practices, and oversight and coordination of activity schedules and lesson plans.
Role models appropriate behaviors and techniques working with children and youth.
Observes in program settings throughout all hours of operation to assess employee competency and direct training needs for groups and/or individuals. Provides feedback to employees and supervisors.
Works with CY Program Assistants and Leaders to evaluate classroom or activity area environments and makes recommendations to the Director for the selection of developmentally appropriate toys, materials and equipment.
Maintains a resource file library to aid employees in preparing lesson plans and activity schedules and to assist with training objectives.
Reviews lesson plans to ensure they are appropriate and based on curriculum requirements. Provides daily assistance with plans if needed.
Assists in and supports development and implementation of parent education and parent participation programs.
COMPLIANCE
Provides training to CYP employees so they can ensure classroom and activity area compliance with fire, safety, and sanitation rules and regulation.
Provides support for CYP employees and CDH providers in preparing for inspections and accreditation.
Carries out EEO policies and communicates support of those policies to CYP employees.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
In the absence of the CYP Director, incumbent may assume the responsibilities of the CYP Director and perform duties and requirements of the position.
Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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.
Knowledge in interests and motivation of individuals and groups.
Skill in planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of programs.
Skill to develop curriculum outlines, courses of study lesson plans/guides, and to conduct training workshops.
Ability to provide guidance and leadership to employees and providers.
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.
Training & Curriculum Specialists must meet the qualification requirements outlined in the OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Professional and Scientific Positions and the Individual Occupational Requirements for the General Education and Training Series, (1701).
In accordance with DoDI 6060.2, an incumbent must have one of the following:
A 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, Home Economics (early childhood emphasis) or related field of study AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth.
OR
A Master's degree in the related field of study AND minimum of 1 year professional experience working with children.
OR
A combination of education and experience (e.g. courses equivalent to a major in a field (24 higher level semester hours) appropriate to the position (see above) plus appropriate experience or additional course work that that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth.
Due to Command policy on employee parking, employment does not guarantee a parking space on the installation. Metro is highly encouraged.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE:
Applicants wishing to use veteran’s preference must state on their resume and submit a copy of their DD-214. These documents may be uploaded to www.usajobs.gov with resume and OF 306 (Declaration for Federal Employment).
SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and at least 18 years of age, employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must register with the Selective Service System (military draft), unless you meet certain exemptions. If applicable, failure to register will prevent you from being considered for employment. To register, please visit the Selective Service web site at https://www.sss.gov/default.htm.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: All selections are contingent upon obtaining satisfactory employment reference checks. We are an E-Verify participant. As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
The Department of the Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.
The Department of the Navy provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they require reasonable accommodation should contact our Human Resource Office to ensure that the Department of the Navy can consider such requests. The decision to grant an accommodation will be made on a case by case basis.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants must submit proof of education with their application (high school diploma or GED and any additional supporting documentation). We will only accept high school diplomas from state accredited high schools and/or college transcripts from institutions accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Documents in a foreign language must be professionally translated into English. Applicants who fail to provide OF-306 (Declaration for Federal Employment) AND proof of education with their resume will be disqualified from further consideration. Completed documents can be submitted with resume on USAJOBS.
Ranking and Rating Criteria of knowledge, skills and abilities will be used for each application.
APPLICATION FORMS - A complete packet of the following forms must be submitted for each position applying for:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/513240400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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