Child and Youth Program Assistant (Technician Level) MVO

Full Job Description

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the JBSA Fort Sam Houston School Age Program.

This is a Regular Part-Time (RPT) category position with guaranteed 20 hours per week, may work up to 40 hrs./week. Employees appointed to a Regular category position are eligible for benefits.

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.

An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/18/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent). Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

AND Specialized Requirement: Must possess one of the following: -24 months (2 years) working in a childcare or youth program, completion of DoD approved competency training courses.

Additionally, successful completion of all required training for program assistant (entry, skilled, and target level) must be complete and evident by Service-issued documentation.

-24 months (2 years) of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and an associate degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 credit hours) which directly relates to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university -Possession and maintenance of one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: child development associate credential, military school age credential, Army youth practicum or other nationally recognized youth development credential.

-A bachelor's degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 credit hours) from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university with content directly related to: early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, and physical education.

**NOTE: Those qualified applicants who meet both the minimum qualification requirement(s) and highly preferred criteria(s) will be considered best qualified for this position and will be referred to the selecting official(s) first for consideration.

All other applicants will be referred as needed and requested by the selecting official(s).

**Reminder to Applicants: Your experience has to be clearly identified in your resume in order to receive consideration.

If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.

Major Duties:

Serves as a mentor for assigned child and youth staff. Works with senior staff to provide instruction and training to lower level employees.

Assists trainer in helping lower level employees with completion of the modules and help translate professional development training into practice.

Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children and youth. Assists lower level employees in their efforts to receive a Child Development Associate/Youth Development credential.

Records observations and charts progress of team member's on-the-job skills and reports findings to trainer.

Frequently consults trainer on strategies to further assist team member's professional development efforts.

Provides input to the supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignments, performance appraisals, incentive awards, etc.

Provides input to child and youth training plan based on observed training needs. Works in ratio with children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years.

Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Oversees arrival/departure of children/youth.

Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events.

Plans, coordinates and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth.

Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Encourages program options for children and youth with special requirements.

Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth and adults.

Recommends to trainer and program leader changes and adjustments to activities and plans where necessary to meet unusual situations. Continually reviews activities and plans for appropriateness.

Works with trainer, supervisor and program leader to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of children and youth.

Works with team members to prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule.

Assists children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills. Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.

Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisor, and volunteers. Briefs other employees and parents. Notes special instructions provided by parents.

Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with an authorized person according to written parental instructions.

Plans and conducts parent involvement activities to encourage parents to become involved. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed.

Sets up displays and bulletin boards. Arranges for/serves appropriate snacks/meals where applicable.

Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damage, missing and depleted supplies. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.

Collects, maintains and reports program participation data. Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with AF standards and metrics.

Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.

Provides care/supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with AF local policies, guidance, and standards.

May be required to transport children in government vehicles. Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to AF Child and Youth Programs.

Acts as the manager in nonroutine/emergency situations for purposes of opening/closing of facility. Performs other related duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12897495