Description du poste
About the position: This position is Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) and is located at the Child Development Center, Lakehurst, New Jersey. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information).
PRINCIPALES MISSIONS :
Serves as a team leader in one or more Child and Youth Programs. Provides care, supervision, accountability, and developmental instruction for children and youth while serving as a lead resource for assigned staff. Monitors daily operations to ensure program requirements, staff-to-child ratios, and safety standards are maintained. Provides guidance, instruction, mentoring, and on-the-job training to Entry, Intermediate, and Target Level Child and Youth Program Assistants. Explains program procedures, policies, and work assignments. Demonstrates proper work methods, models appropriate interactions with children and youth, and assists staff in developing professional knowledge and skills. Relays instructions from supervisors and assists with coordinating daily activities and staffing assignments. Plans, coordinates, and implements age-appropriate activities, schedules, and special events that support the developmental needs of children and youth. Supports inclusive programming for children and youth with special needs and ensures staff follow individualized care instructions, behavior support strategies, and accommodation requirements. Monitors compliance with health, fire, safety, sanitation, accountability, and program requirements. Conducts routine checks of classrooms, activity areas, equipment, supplies and reports deficiencies to supervisors. Responds to emergencies, observes participants for signs of illness, injury, abuse, neglect, or emotional distress, and ensures required documentation is completed. Works collaboratively with parents, staff, and program leadership. Participates in parent conferences and provides information regarding program activities and participant progress. Assists with program evaluations, certification, accreditation, inspections, inventories, participation reporting, and risk management activities. May serve as acting manager during non-routine situations or opening and closing procedures as directed. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13114679
QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES :
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, 11/30/2026 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. SPECIALIZED REQUIREMENTS: Must possess ONE of the following: - 18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program and completion of DoW-approved competency-based training requirements. Successful completion of all required Entry, Intermediate, and Target Level training requiremen