Navy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) offers high quality early care and youth services in center-based (birth - five), facility-based (age 5-12), and recreational environments (teen; youth sports and fitness). The Training and Curriculum Specialist facilitates learning and professional development of CYP employees including new hire orientation; ensuring The Creative Curriculum is implemented; and works across all CYP components.
Navy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) offers high quality early care and youth services in center-based (birth - five), facility-based (age 5-12), and recreational environments (teen; youth sports and fitness). The Training and Curriculum Specialist facilitates learning and professional development of CYP employees including new hire orientation; ensuring The Creative Curriculum is implemented; and works across all CYP components.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section
Major duties and responsibilities are summarized below.
Knowledge, skill, and ability to assist managing 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 assist in developing 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 assist in training employees on a variety of issues to include recognition and identification of childhood illnesses and child abuse, etc..
Ability to assist in identifying and responding 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.
A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
Knowledge, skill and ability to assist managing mentally appropriate program for the age groups served.
Knowledge and background of child and youth program including principles, practices and techniques of child and youth development.
Knowledge of the federal and state laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect.
Knowledge of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Council on Accreditation (COA), and National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) accreditation criteria and processes, as well as the required programs of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) and 4-H, and the skills and knowledge to implement the Department of Defense (DoD) certification standards.
Knowledge of how to identify the interests and motivations of individuals and groups.
Skill in planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of programs.
Skill in developing curriculum outlines, training outlines, courses of study, and lesson plans and guides.
Ability to conduct training workshops.
Ability to provide guidance and leadership to employees and providers.
Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, child illnesses, individuals with physical and emotional disorders).
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, as well as possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Military School-Age (MSA) credential or equivalent and 3 years of experience where the incumbent displays knowledge of a competency in developmentally appropriate programming.
OR
A 2 year degree in Early Childhood education (ECE), Child Development or related field of study, which includes Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Youth Development, Psychology, Social Work, Home Economics with an emphasis in Human Development or other degrees as appropriate AND 2 years of full time experience working with children and youth.
OR
A 4 year degree in the above fields of study AND a minimum of 1 year of experience working with children and youth.
Note: A minimum 2 year degree if preferred.
Note: A copy of your H.S. diploma, GED, or college transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) MUST be submitted when applying. If your degree has not been awarded you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/13/2023 to receive consideration.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12236187
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
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Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
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