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SUPV LEAD EDUCATOR NF4

U.S. Marine Corps

Department of the Navy

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$25.26 - $25.26

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves supervising and leading a team of educators in Marine Corps child and youth programs, ensuring high-quality care and development for kids from infants to teens through instruction, mentoring, and program management.

It's ideal for someone passionate about child development who enjoys leading teams in a supportive military community setting.

The role requires balancing daily oversight with creative problem-solving to meet program goals and family needs.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in early childhood, elementary, secondary education, child and youth development, special education, or related field with at least 24 semester hours in relevant coursework
  • Minimum of 12 months experience working in group programs with children or youth
  • Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and youth development theories and principles
  • Ability to supervise and manage a team of up to six classrooms or activity areas, including performance reviews
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to follow instructions
  • Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws on child abuse detection, prevention, and reporting
  • At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent

Full Job Description

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team!

MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.

We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing In addition to the above, candidate must possess: Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, or special education, or related field which includes a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university is required AND a minimum of 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child growth/youth development.

OR A combination of education (at least 24 semester hours) and experience, or additional course work, that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above.

Major Duties:

INTRODUCTION: This position serves as a supervisor with responsibility for ensuring the staff provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in Child and Youth Programs (CYP).

The incumbent serves as a first level supervisor for assigned staff.

The incumbent provides routine supervisory oversight, instruction, mentoring, and coaching for CYP direct care professionals who work in Department of Defense (DoD) operated military CYPs.

The incumbent supervises, coaches, and manages their work to ensure the ongoing staff development, execution of DoD standards of care and curriculum, and delivery of care are consistent with best practices of child/youth development programs.

The incumbent is responsible for providing guidance on scope of work and related duties, and assistance on the more complex, non-routine problems encountered by CYP direct care professionals.

The incumbent works under the written and verbal direction of the program Director.

Day-to- day assignments are normally performed independently with assistance available from the supervisor when required.

Incumbent may serve as the Manager on Duty, assuming the responsibilities and duties of the program Director or Assistant Director, in their absence when assigned.

The incumbent is the primary liaison between the CYP management team and the CYP direct care professionals.

The incumbent is expected to apply subject knowledge, ensure policy compliance, and use initiative and creativity in accomplishing plans, outcomes, goals, and objectives.

The success of the CYP requires ongoing interpretation of program policies, professional development of CYP employees, and needs of children, youth, and parents.

The work includes numerous and unrelated processes and procedures concerning the wide variety of activities in a CYP.

The incumbent serves as a mandated reporter as prescribed by local and Unites States Marine Corps (USMC) policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.

The incumbent has knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws governing the detection, prevention, and reporting of child abuse and/or neglect.

SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT: Supervisory duties comprise 25% if incumbent's time and includes: Supervises an assigned team, consisting of up to six classrooms (or equivalent activity areas), of direct care professionals and volunteers.

Conducts performance reviews and evaluates performance of employees directly supervised and assures equity of performance standards and rating techniques are applied.

Conducts written observations of assigned direct care professionals during all hours of operation and evaluates employees on established performance standards (midterm and annual performance reviews).

Initiates and implements personnel actions and supports the CYP management team to assure quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers.

Plans work for accomplishment by subordinates, sets, and adjusts short-term priorities, and provides input on schedules based on consideration of difficulty of requirements and assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of the staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs.

Undertakes minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and takes action in more serious disciplinary matters. Prepares documentation to support actions taken.

Resolves complaints related to personnel concerns and when necessary, makes recommendations to the CYP management team for corrective action.

For the full Position Description please visit MCCS Careers website https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=76785&PostingSeq=1

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Posted on USAJOBS: 4/7/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/8/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 76785