Training Instructor (Youth Programs)

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Ramstein Youth Center, Ramstein AB, Germany. This position does not offer logistical support.

Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information).

Plans, organizes, implements, and provides specific instruction and training for cheerleading or dance for youth (ages 2 through 18) at Ramstein Air Base. 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, 05/08/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Germany.

In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S.

permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment.

Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement.

If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent.

Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Applicants must have instructional/training experience in which the applicant demonstrated the ability to perform satisfactorily at the pay band level of this position.

Applicants must have extensive experience and practices of a discipline in which they have instructed or a similar specialty area of instruction.

Certification through an associated professional organization is preferred. Affiliation with local, national or similar organization for cross-cultural experiences is preferred.

Must be able to lift 40 pounds or more and stand for long periods of time.

Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent; and be able to provide proof (i.e., diploma or equivalent) for verification Major Duties:

Plans, organizes, implements, and provides specific instruction and training for dance (ages 2 through 18) at Ramstein Air Force Bases.

Offers instruction at various levels of experience, from beginner to advanced. Total program must meet current Air Force Program requirements.

Coordinates planning and scheduling of all classes, programs, and events with instructional coordinator. Maintains accurate attendance records of participants in said programs.

Acts as a liaison between the youth center and the participants/parents to enforce and explain operating procedures, class policies, and payment policies of the program.

Meets with parents quarterly or on an as-needed basis to discuss the current progress of their child.

Responsible for setting up and taking down all support equipment at least 15 minutes prior to and after scheduled class time. Opens classroom to parents on request.

Develops specific curriculum guidelines for a particular program. Assists in training of subordinate instructors/staff in a particular program to ensure staff are meeting curriculum guidelines.

Aides the coordinator of instructional classes in scheduling and event programming for at least one special youth related event, recital, or tournament per year. Performs other duties as assigned.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12930870