Child & Youth Program Training & Curriculum Specialist

Location: NAS Whidbey Island Child & Youth Programs

Pay Grade: NF-1701-04

Employee privileges include access to base facilities such as gyms, recreation centers, restaurants, and discount tickets to sporting and entertainment events.

Summary of Duties: The purpose of the Child  and Youth Program (CYP) Training Specialist position is threefold: 1) to provide and deliver a comprehensive training program to CYP employees and Child Development Home (CDH) providers that supports the professional requirements of their positions, 2) to assist with the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum/program that fosters the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of children and youth, ages 6 weeks to 18 years, and 3) to promote school readiness and support ongoing school success. The applicant for this position will have strong knowledge and experience working with youth and CDH providers.

Qualifications: Incumbent must have one of the following:

  • A 4 year degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, Home Economics(early childhood emphasis) or related field of study AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth OR
  • A Masters Degree in the related field of study AND minimum of 1 year professional experience working with children and/or youth OR
  • A combination of education and experience (e.g. courses equivalent to a major in a field (24 hours) appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provides knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study.

Demonstrates knowledge and background of child and youth programs including principles, practices and techniques of child and youth development.  Knowledge, skill, and ability necessary to provide guidance and leadership to employees and providers.  Ability to assist in developing curriculum outlines, course of study and lesson plans/guides.  Knowledge of the NAEYC, NAA and NAFCC accreditation criteria and process, the required programs of the BGCA, and the skills and knowledge to implement the Department of Defense (DoD) certification standards.  Ability to speak, read, and write English and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.  Ability to favorably pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.  Ability to satisfactorily complete background checks to include National Agency Check with Written inquiries (NACI).

Conditions of Employment: These positions are subject to National Agency (NACI) background check and pre-employment drug screening in accordance with federal regulations. The work requires considerable walking, standing, bending, stooping and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Advancement Opportunities: Fleet & Family Readiness Programs is a worldwide enterprise as far-reaching as Europe & Japan with career opportunities in business, fitness, recreation, child care, hospitality management, housing, food services, or human services. Gain valuable experience and benefit from our mentoring and employee development programs.  Where do you want to go today?

Apply online: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/502126200 or www.navylifepnw.com.

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