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$18.71/hr

A qualified candidate possesses the following: Entry Level (CY-1702-01) * Ability to communicate ... OR A minimum of a 2-year degree in degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development ...

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$18.71/hr

A qualified candidate possesses the following: Entry Level (CY-1702-01) * Ability to communicate ... OR A minimum of a 2-year degree in degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development ...

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Entry-level ECE (Early Childhood Education) graduates can find jobs such as preschool teacher, childcare provider, or teaching assistant. These roles typically require strong communication skills, patience, and sometimes certification or licensing, and often involve working in daycare centers, preschools, or early education programs.

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Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate's degree; some certifications preferredAssociate's or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education; state certification often required
Work EnvironmentPreschools, daycare centers, early childhood programsPreschools, private or public early childhood education settings
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level positions in early childhood education industryTeaching young children in preschool settings, often with more responsibility

Entry Level Ece roles typically require basic certifications and involve supporting early childhood activities, while Preschool Teachers usually hold higher education credentials and have direct teaching responsibilities. Both work in similar environments, but Preschool Teachers often have more advanced qualifications and responsibilities.

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Child and Youth Program Assistant

US Department of the Navy

Dahlgren, VA

$21.55/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

United States Navy rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 379 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 49 rated military and defense

Job description

The purpose of the CY Program Assistant is to provide appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs.Qualifications:

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

Entry Level (CY-1702-01)

  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

  • Ability to complete all Department of the Navy (DoN) training requirements within the specified timeframe.

  • Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers.

  • Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.

Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01)

Entry Level abilities plus:

  • Knowledge of basic child and youth development principles to meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development needs of children and youth.

  • Ability to implement developmentally appropriate principles and practices to provide high-quality direct care and education and development.

  • Ability to interpret a curriculum or activity plan.

  • Ability to follow written instructions.

  • Ability to plan and organize, and work cooperatively as a member of a team.

  • Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers.

  • Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.

  • Six (6) months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting.

Target Level (CY-1702-02)

Entry and Intermediate Levels' knowledge and abilities plus:

  • Knowledge of child and youth development principles in order to appropriately inform the efficient and effective program response to meet the needs of children and youth.

  • Skill to implement developmentally appropriate child and youth development principles, practices, and services in order to provide high-quality direct care and education for children and youth, either individually or within groups.

  • Skill to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers.

  • Skill to work cooperatively as a member of a team.

  • Skill in verbal communication in order to provide basic program information and explain CYP processes and procedures.

  • One (1) year of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting.

Education:

**Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply.**

Entry Level (CY-1702-01)

A successful candidate must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Note: Prior experience working with children and/or youth is preferred.

Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01)

A successful candidate must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent, have six (6) months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting AND have the following:

Completion of Navy Entry Level training requirement (Army, Air Force, and Marine equivalent accepted).

Target Level (CY-1702-02)

A successful candidate must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent, possess one (1) year of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting AND have one of the following:

Completion of the DoD standardized training courses;

OR

A valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential;

OR

A minimum of a 2-year degree in degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Youth Development, or other field related to Pre-K or Primary Education.

Note: If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.

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