Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Youth Center . The position may require the incumbent to transport children in a government vehicle therefore a valid state driver's license must be obtained and maintained; a good driving record may be required as a condition of employment. Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification: Intermediate Level: $20.35 Entry Level: $ 18.70 Responsibilities Intermediate Level Introduction: The primary purpose of this position is to provide developmental care, supervision, and instruction for children and youth ages 6 weeks through 18 years in Department of Defense Child and Youth Programs. This developmental position builds upon foundational child and youth program knowledge and experience and prepares employees for advancement to the Target Level position. Duties and Responsibilities: Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more Child and Youth Programs. Provides care, supervision, oversight, and accountability for children and youth in assigned areas. Assists in planning, coordinating, and implementing developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines using established curriculum and activity plans. Promotes positive child and youth development through age-appropriate guidance techniques and interactions. Establishes and maintains an environment that supports learning, participation, safety, and positive relationships among children, youth, staff, and parents. Assists children and youth with activities, projects, homework, and life skills development. Prepares, arranges, and maintains indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials. Supervises children and youth during daily activities, field trips, outings, and special events while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios. Promotes and models safety, health, fitness, nutrition, and sanitation practices. Supports inclusive programming for children and youth with special needs and follows individualized care instructions as directed. Observes participants for signs of illness, injury, abuse, neglect, or emotional distress and reports concerns as required. Responds appropriately to emergencies and assists with accident and incident reporting. Participates in program evaluations, certification, accreditation, and compliance efforts. Maintains required records and reports, assists with program documentation, inventories equipment and supplies, and recommends replacement of damaged or depleted items. Ensures compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. Performs other related duties as assigned. Entry Level: Introduction: The primary purpose of this position is to provide developmental care, supervision, and instruction for children and youth ages 6 weeks through 18 years in Department of Defense Child and Youth Programs. This is an entry-level developmental position designed to provide training and experience leading to higher-level Child and Youth Program Assistant positions. Duties and Responsibilities: Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more Child and Youth Programs. Assists in implementing developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines using established curriculum, lesson plans, and program materials. Provides care, supervision, and accountability for children and youth in assigned areas. Promotes positive interactions and relationships with children, youth, parents, and staff. Assists with preparing and maintaining indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials. Supports safety, health, fitness, nutrition, and sanitation practices. Supervises children and youth during daily activities, field trips, outings, and special events while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios. Assists in serving meals and snacks, where applicable. Observes children and youth for signs of illness, injury, abuse, neglect, or emotional distress and reports concerns as required. Responds to emergencies and assists with accident and incident reporting. Supports inclusive programming for children and youth with special needs and follows individualized care instructions provided by supervisors and parents. Ensures children and youth depart only with authorized individuals in accordance with written parental instructions. Assists with maintaining program records, participation data, and required documentation. Supports program certification, accreditation, and compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13110193 Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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, 12/02/2026 Business Based Action 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: ALL LEVELS Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL): Specialized Requirements: Six months of experience equivalent to the Entry Level CYPA position or equivalent experience working with children or youth in a group setting. Must successfully complete required orientation and foundational training requirements (3 Modules). Condition of Employment: Must pass all required background checks (T1, SCHRC, IRC and fingerprint checks) with a favorable adjudicated. Must meet minimum immunization requirements for working with children and youth. Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physical. Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and remain active for extended periods. Must obtain and maintain required certifications, including First Aid and CPR, as applicable. Must successfully complete all required training within established timeframes. Physical Demands/Work Environment: The incumbent is required to have mobility necessary to ensure safety of children and youth and engage in repetitive actions such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, and sitting on the floor. The work involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of a wide variety of child and youth activities, programs, and services, such as exposure to disease or injuries. The incumbent must have the visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, to comply with sight and sound supervision requirements and to provide immediate responses when applicable. Majority of the work is performed in the CYP facility, including classroom settings, activity areas, and outdoor areas, with occasional indoor and outdoor field trips. Classrooms and office areas are adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. The incumbent may work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings and weekends to accommodate varying program operating schedules. CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL): Condition of Employment: Must pass all required background checks (T1, SCHRC, IRC and fingerprint checks) with a favorable adjudicated. Must meet minimum immunization requirements for working with children and youth. Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physical. Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and remain active for extended periods. Must obtain and maintain required certifications, including First Aid and CPR, as applicable. Must successfully complete all required training within established timeframes. Physical Demands/Work Environment: The incumbent is required to have mobility necessary to ensure safety of children and youth and engage in repetitive actions such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, and sitting on the floor. The work involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of a wide variety of child and youth activities, programs, and services, such as exposure to disease or injuries. The incumbent must have the visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, to comply with sight and sound supervision requirements and to provide immediate responses when applicable. Majority of the work is performed in the CYP facility, including classroom settings, activity areas, and outdoor areas, with occasional indoor and outdoor field trips. Classrooms and office areas are adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. The incumbent may work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings and weekends to accommodate varying program operating schedules. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. This includes providing any supporting documents needed for verification. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire. This position requires the incumbent to be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions. Child Development Program will provide 100% child care fee discount for all CYP direct care staff for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular part-time DAF CDP. A 25% discount will apply for any additional children of direct care staff. Direct care staff must spend a minimum of 75% of their work schedule in the classroom including flex employees who average 15 hours a week. Please contact local NAF HR Office for additional information.
