Educational Aid/Technician (Full Time)

Overview Educational Aid/Technician (Full Time) role at U.S. Navy Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR). Summary: Educational Aids/Technicians (CYP Assistants) work directly with children and youth, keeping them actively engaged, well-cared for, and safe while participating in the CYP. The CYP Assistant's day includes helping children develop social skills such as making friends and conflict resolution; make healthy choices whether it be choosing nutritional snacks or appropriate recreational activities; build self-help and school readiness skills; and explore the environment around them. Duties The duties and responsibilities of the CY Program Assistant are grouped into categories, including curriculum, indoor and outdoor environment, interactions and relationships, supervision of children and youth, parent and employee communication, assessment, compliance, and additional responsibilities. Each is described below. Curriculum — Develops schedules and activity plans. Ensures 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 (e.g., dietary or physical needs). Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities. Role models developmentally appropriate practice and classroom or activity area management techniques. Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices. Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable. Indoor and Outdoor Environment — Helps prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials. Sets up displays and bulletin boards. Inventory and replenish supplies. Secure supplies, equipment, and facilities. Interactions and Relationships — Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults. Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Supervision of Children and Youth — Provides care and supervision in compliance with DoD, NAF components, and local installation policies. Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety. Supervises during daily activities and events. Ensures authorized departure per parental instructions. Observes for signs of illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed. Mandatory reporter requirements apply. Parent and Employee Communication — Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and installation command personnel. Provides parents with daily feedback and participates in conferences. Assessment — Observes development and documents progression or concerns. Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments and tools. Compliance — Supports DoD certification and national accreditation efforts. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations. Reports health, fire, and safety concerns. Additional Responsibilities — Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements 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 withdrawing a tentative job offer or removal from this position. Pass a pre-employment medical examination, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases. Ability to sustain considerable walking, standing, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 40 pounds. Male candidates born after December 31, 1959, and at least 18 years of age, must certify that they have registered with the Selective Service System (attach proof of registration). Eligible candidates must possess: No-Fee Passport, Sponsor's Orders or Command-sponsorship authorization, and sojourner's permit/application letter. Qualifications Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. If qualified at the lower level, incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the higher level upon meeting qualification requirements. 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) Six (6) months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting. Knowledge of basic child and youth development principles to meet development needs. Ability to implement developmentally appropriate principles and practices to provide high-quality direct care and education. Ability to interpret a curriculum or activity plan. Ability to follow written instructions. Ability to plan and organize, and work cooperatively as a team. Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers. Target Level (CY-1702-02) One (1) year of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting. Knowledge of child and youth development principles to inform program responses. Skill to implement developmentally appropriate practices to provide high-quality direct care and education. 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 to provide program information and explain CYP processes and procedures. Education Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts when you apply. Notes A successful candidate must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent for Entry Level. For Intermediate and Target levels, additional requirements apply as described above, including completion of Navy DoN or DoD training requirements or credentials. If your degree has not been awarded, you must also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent. Additional Information Conditions of Employment: A positive drug test result will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer. Incumbents must satisfactorily complete background checks including fingerprint checks, DoD/installation checks, and related security checks. Some positions may require probationary periods and direct deposit enrollment. Eligibility for benefits depends on position type and tenure. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Lentini, Sicilia, IT

Posted Date: 9/7/2025