C & Y PROGRAM ASSISTANT LEADER (GSE-05) CY2* at U.S. Marine Corps

About the role

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT MCCS EMPLOYEES ONLY Summary This position serves as a Lead Child and Youth Programs (CYP) Assistant or Leader. You will oversee developmentally appropriate programs that promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth of children and youth. You will provide team leadership, implement enriching curriculum, oversee inclusion compliance, and ensure strict safety standards within the facility. Duties Team Leadership and Mentoring Direct Staff Operations: Relay supervisor instructions, make daily activity assignments, and monitor staff-to-child ratios to adjust for breaks or absences. Train and Coach: Provide on-the-job training, model positive behavior techniques, and demonstrate proper childcare work methods to team members. Enforce Procedures: Explain program guidance, safety rules, fire regulations, and health/nutrition policies to staff. Monitor Performance: Assess team member performance, track progress, resolve simple complaints, and report training needs or concerns to the supervisor. Manage Facilities: Lead team members in preparing, arranging, and maintaining indoor and outdoor activity areas; ensure classrooms open and close on schedule. Curriculum and Programming Plan Activities: Develop and implement age-appropriate educational lesson plans and schedules based on child interests and observations. Differentiate Instruction: Modify daily activities to accommodate children requiring remedial help or showing advanced aptitudes. Build Partnerships: Act as a liaison with family members, local school districts, early education councils, and civic volunteer groups. Facilitate Transitions: Collaborate with specialists and schools to ensure smooth transitions for children aging up into new program brackets. Inclusion Oversight Accommodate Special Needs: Enforce special needs policies regarding medication administration, behavior management, and dietary restrictions. Execute Medical Plans: Administer routine and rescue medications following written medical action plans; record and report any reactions. Develop Support Plans: Use written observations to inform behavior support plans and collaborate with the Inclusion Action Team (IAT). Safety and Compliance Maintain Accountability: Actively supervise children during daily routines, indoor/outdoor play, field trips, and special events. Secure Facilities: Perform routine and impromptu safety checks of classrooms, playgrounds, and access points. Report Hazards: Identify signs of illness, distress, abuse, or neglect; execute mandated reporting protocols and emergency evacuations immediately. Enforce Regulations: Maintain operational knowledge of the Military Child Care Act, federal laws, and local safety standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of DoW standardized training courses OR CDA, ECE, or MSA. AND a minimum of 18 months working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child/youth development. OR Bachelors' degree or advanced degree in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, or special education, or related field which includes a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university AND a minimum of 12 months¿ experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child growth and development. OR Associates' degree or 60 semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, or special education, or related field which includes a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university AND a minimum of 12 months¿ experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child growth and development. This position has been identified as having regular contact with children under the age of 18. In accordance with Section 231 of the Crime Control Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-647 codified at 34 U.S.C. § 20351) and DoD Instruction 1402.05, favorably adjudicated background checks are required. Position is subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children and youth. Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine. Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Be able to lift and carry children and objects up to 45lbs independently and over 45lbs with assistance. Must complete all DoW and Service training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and any required certifications. Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Note: This position is identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent is subject to random drug testing because duties must be performed with a high level of productivity, reliability and judgment to prevent adversely affecting personnel safety, and causing risk/damage to government property, and/or significant adverse impact to day-to-day operations. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position EVALUATIONS: