NDW Naval Air Station Patuxent River N96 Jobs 2026 – Child and Youth Program Assistant

Child and Youth Program Assistant eligibility should be checked against the published qualification text: 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.. Match degree, specialization, experience, citizenship and hiring-path conditions with your own records before applying.

• 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 a…

Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

• Veterans of the U.S
• Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
• Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.
• Clarification from the agency
• Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

The duties and responsibilities of the CY Program Assistant have been grouped into categories, including curriculum, indoor and outdoor environment, interactions and relationships, supervision of children and youth, parent and employee communication

• Each is described below
• Curriculum Develops schedules and activity plans
• This may include reviewing and providing input into schedules and activity plans developed by the entry level and intermediate level Educational Aids (CY Program Assistants), CY-1702-I
• Ensures that program plans and activities incorporate the observed needs of individual children and youth
• Implements activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth
• Incorporates special instructions provided by parents such as special dietary needs, physical needs, or other information that may affect the child or youth's experience in the program
• Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements
• Cares for children and youth with special needs as directed by the supervisor
• Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facil…

Conditions of employment

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 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.
• Pass all applicable records and background checks.
• Undergo pre-employment and random drug testing
• A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, is a basis for removal from this position.
• Pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases.
• Employment contingent upon proof of education if not provided at time of application.
• Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws.
• A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test.

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US federal hiring is managed through USAJOBS and agency HR offices. Federal roles span administration, technology, healthcare, security, science, trades and public service, with structured pay scales (GS/WG) and clear eligibility rules. The Child and Youth Program Assistant post should be reviewed with the organisation profile, work area and eligibility details in mind. US federal hiring is managed through USAJOBS and agency HR offices. Federal roles span administration, technology, healthcare, security, science, trades and public service, with structured pay scales (GS/WG) and clear eligibility rules. Exact eligibility, document and submission rules should be checked in the announcement.

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