Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.80
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Childcare discount
USAFA Commissary privileges
competitive salary
Federal employee benefits
Paid training
Professional development opportunities
supportive work environment
Job Description
The Donna Head Child Development Center, situated within the Air Force Academy in Colorado, is a dedicated facility focused on providing quality child and youth care programs for military families and personnel. As part of the Department of the Air Force, this center offers a supportive environment where the well-being, safety, and developmental needs of children from infancy through adolescence are prioritized. The center's mission is to foster positive growth, learning, and social interaction in a nurturing and structured setting, adhering to the highest standards of care and educational programming. It is also part of the larger Air Force and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks including Child Care Tier 1 investigation
- Completion of favorable pre-employment physical including ability to meet physical lifting requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain current immunizations including annual influenza vaccination
- Completion of assigned training including Food Handlers certification within specified timeframe
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Must be able to provide REAL ID or authorized combination of identity documents for installation access
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
- Successful completion of employment verification check
- Ability to meet any probationary period requirements
- Adherence to non-payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs
- Compliance with all qualification and eligibility requirements
- Willingness to comply with Department of Defense and Air Force policies and standards
Job Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Hold a high school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
- For entry level, no previous experience required
- For intermediate level, six months experience working in a group program for children or youth
- Completion of three Air Force training modules or equivalent and Air Force Orientation Training Program
- For target level, 18 months experience in childcare or youth program
- Completion of DoD-approved competency training courses
- Possession and maintenance of child development associate credential, military school age credential, or another nationally recognized youth development credential
- Associate degree with 24 credit hours related to assigned age group from accredited institution
- Bachelor’s degree or 120 semester hours with major course content related to early childhood or youth development
- Ability to participate in program evaluations and conferences with parents and staff
- Knowledge of child guidance and youth development techniques
Job Duties
- Serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant accountable for the safety and whereabouts of children and youth aged 6 weeks to 18 years
- Help establish a positive program environment and promote positive interactions among children, youth, and adults
- Prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials
- Interact professionally with staff, parents, supervisors, and volunteers
- Supervise children and youth during daily activities, field trips, outings, and special events
- Promote and model safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices
- Care for special needs children and youth as directed by supervisors
- Report health, fire, and safety compliance concerns to supervisors
- Arrange for and serve appropriate snacks and meals
- Observe participants for signs of illness, abuse, or neglect and report as directed
- Note special instructions from parents
- Ensure children and youth depart with authorized persons per parental instructions
- Assist in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation
- Ensure compliance with Air Force Child and Youth Program policies and regulations
- Assist in providing and leading planned activities at entry level
- Assist children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills
- Perform routine tasks following step-by-step instructions
- Use prepared curriculum materials and help develop supply lists
- Create adult-made games and play materials
- Attend to physical needs of children
- Maintain program participation data and complete daily reports
- Participate in program evaluations
- Assist in planning, coordinating, and conducting activities at intermediate level
- Participate in conferences with parents and staff
- Review and implement daily schedules and activity plans for age appropriateness
- Inventory equipment and recommend supply replenishments
- Secure supplies, equipment, and facilities
- Collect and report program participation data
- Implement activities and special events at target level
- Prepare and implement program options for children with special requirements
- Develop and implement schedules and plans
- Demonstrate, instruct, lead, and facilitate activities
- Brief other employees and parents
- Provide care, supervision, oversight, and accountability in compliance with policies and standards
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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