Lead Infant Teacher-FULL TIME (Lead CYPA) Job at Picatinny Arsenal Child & Youth Services

Picatinny Arsenal Child & Youth Services Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07801

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/691687300

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We are looking for a highly qualified Full Time Infant Lead Teacher. This is a rare and great opportunity coming on board as a full-time employee with full benefits at our federal government installation!

Duties

  • Supervision: supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 months during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on outings and special events.
  • Lesson Planning: Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements.
  • Routines: Uses an effective classroom management system to ensure infant and pre-toddler needs are met to include diaper changes, bottle feeding, sleep schedules, meals, etc.
  • Management: Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members.
  • Policies: Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with, Dept of Defense (DoD), and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.
  • Training: Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

All Candidate must:

  • Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
  • Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

In addition, candidates must meet one of the following:

  • Two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, for example: Child Development Centers: Early Childhood Education/Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education. General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying).
  • Possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential.
  • A bachelor's Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above.

Applicants that possess at least one of the following will be considered highly preferred and may be sent first for consideration.

1. Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes.
2. Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher level child/youth program inspections.
3. Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood, school age, youth).
4. Experience leading or mentoring lower level childcare/youth program staff.

Education

Proof of education is required at the time of application.

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/physical/background requirements for this position.
  • Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations in accordance with current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations.
  • A one year probationary period may be required (either initially or upon conversion, if applicable).
  • Successful completion of annual training requirements within the prescribed time frame and demonstrated on the job competence is required.
  • May be subject to an irregular hours, evening and or weekends.
  • For positions in Child Development Centers, possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
  • Incumbent is legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect.
  • Individual who have been trained will be required to administer routine and rescue medications prescribed by a physician to children/youth, perform CPR and first aid, and provide a reasonable accommodation to children/youth with a special need.
  • Travel to on and off post locations may be required.
  • Duties involve working both indoors and outdoors.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) Check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.46 - $32.19 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location




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