USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Child & Youth Program Training & Curriculum Specialist
Naples, Italy, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$63K/yr - $82K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Child and Youth Program (CYP) Training and Curriculum Specialist. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive training programs for CYP professionals, assisting in the implementation of developmentally appropriate curricula for children and youth, and promoting school readiness and ongoing school success.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Orients new employees to the whole CYP system and provides them with basic information that can be applied in all settings
Works with CYP Directors to establish training plans and schedules for employee and provider training
Arranges for total CYP training opportunities, including training of management, administration, food service, and direct staff and volunteers/contractors who support the CY Program
Provides training that is appropriate for and tailored to the age group of the children and youth with whom the CYP employees and CDH provider's work
Executes the Department of Navy (DoN) Standardized Module Training, provides initial and ongoing annual training, and ensures training is available to support career progression
Arranges for subject matter experts to conduct/support specialized training
Ensures completion and documentation of required monthly training
Works with CY Program Assistants to ensure DOD standardized courses are completed
Identifies additional training needs
Maintains training records and individual development plans
Prepares training status reports and recommendations to supervisors and notifies CYP Directors of employees' and providers' training status and performance
Develops programs that encourage and support the pursuit of continuing higher education by documenting requirements for completion of the Child Development Associate (CDA) or the Military School-Age Credential (MSA)
Provides information, assistance and guidance to employees and providers who are seeking college-level classes to meet their professional goals
Assists the CDH Director and CDH Monitor(s) to encourage providers to become accredited
Develops a working relationship with local colleges, universities and professional organizations and advises employees/providers about continuing avenues of professional development
Ensures that the required Navy curriculum is implemented within each CYP
Coordinates programming that supports the children and youth's physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development regardless of setting or length of time in care
Ensures the quality and consistency of developmental programming to include the environment, equipment, materials, program structure, curriculum, risk management practices, and oversight and coordination of activity schedules and lesson plans
Role models appropriate behaviors and techniques working with children and youth
Observes in program settings throughout all hours of operation to assess employee competency and direct training needs for groups and/or individuals
Provides feedback to employees and supervisors
Works with CY Program Assistants and Leaders to evaluate classroom or activity area environments and makes recommendations to the Director for the selection of developmentally appropriate toys, materials and equipment
Maintains a resource file library to aid employees in preparing lesson plans and activity schedules and to assist with training objectives
Reviews lesson plans to ensure they are appropriate and based on curriculum requirements
Provides daily assistance with plans if needed
Assists in and supports development and implementation of parent education and parent participation programs
Provides training to CYP employees so they can ensure classroom and activity area compliance with fire, safety, and sanitation rules and regulation
Provides support for CYP employees and CDH providers in preparing for inspections and accreditation
Carries out EEO policies and communicates support of those policies to CYP employees
In the absence of the CYP Director, incumbent may assume the responsibilities of the CYP Director and perform duties and requirements of the position
Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development AND 1 year of full-time experience working with children and/or youth
A 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development AND 3 years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth
A combination of education and experience with courses (24 higher level semester hours) in Early Childhood Education or Child Development AND 3 years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth
Must satisfactorily complete all background checks for child care positions, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, Tier 3 if applicable, and a State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) check
Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases
Must possess a valid state driver's license
Must successfully obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed
Ability to complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs
Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required
Knowledge, skill, and ability to independently manage a developmentally appropriate program for the age groups served
Knowledge and background of child and youth programs including principles, practices and techniques of child and youth development
Knowledge of adult learning techniques and strategies and experience training adult learners
Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect
Knowledge of the NAEYC, COA and NAFCC accreditation criteria and process, the required programs of the BGCA, 4-H, and the Skills and knowledge to implement the Department of Defense (DoD) certification standards
Knowledge in interests and motivation of individuals and groups
Skill in planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of programs
Skill to develop curriculum outlines, courses of study lesson plans/guides, and to conduct training workshops
Ability to provide guidance and leadership to employees and providers
Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations including evacuations, child illness, and physical and emotional disorders
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills
Benefits
Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Company
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