Program Associate (Pre-Kindergarten) NF-03.

Duties

Serves as a Pre-Kindergarten Program Associate in the CYS Services Strong Beginnings Pre-K Program.

Motivates children to develop “Kindergarten Etiquette” skills, knowledge and behaviors that build a strong foundation for school success such as taking turns, raising hands, walking in a line, etc.

Provides supervision, oversight, and accountability for children in compliance with DoD, Army and local policies, guidance, and standards.

Works with the School Liaison Officer and school officials to ensure a smooth and successful transition to Kindergarten.

Completes designated training requirements and tracks and records training on own Individual Development Plan (IDP).

Requirements

Conditions of employment
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
One-year probationary period may be required.
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
Must complete a health assessment.
Successful completion of prescribed training (transition and/or annual) is required.

Able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Resumes must be two pages (or less).
• Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
• Resumes should not include photos.
• A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following
  Meet Target-level requirements and satisfactory performance.
  Possess eighteen (18) months experience working in a group program with children and/or youth.
  Possess and maintain a Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age Credential.
  OR
  Meet Entry -level requirements.
  Possess twelve (12) months experience working in a group program with children and/or youth.
  Possess AA degree with major emphasis in early childhood education or child development.
  OR
  Meet Entry -level requirements.
  Possess BA/BS degree with a major emphasis in early childhood education, Elementary Education, Child Development, Home Economics, Special Education or related behavioral sciences.
• In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered Highly Preferred:
  Experience working as a Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant, Child and Youth Program Technician, or Child and Youth Program Assistant (Target Level - 4) is highly preferred.
  Applicants with resumes reflecting prior experience as a Dept of War CYS Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant or Strong Beginnings Teacher will be considered Best Qualified and may be sent first for consideration. Additional referrals will be sent at management's request.

Education

Education Proof of education is required at the time of application. Please provide relevant transcripts to support your eligibility for the position.

Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled (general psychology/sociology/counseling courses are not qualifying).

To be considered, transcripts must be in English, must be legible, and must reflect the name of the school as well as the name of the applicant.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.