Child and Youth Program Assistant; Entry – Intermediate Level

Summary

This position is located at the School Age Center.

Hours are subject but not limited to:

6:00am – 5:30pm

Monday – Friday

Occasional Weekends

Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information).

APPLICATIONS WILL BE PULLED ON FRIDAYS AT 8:00AM UNTIL THE CLOSE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT PERIOD.

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

09/29/2025 to 03/30/2026

Salary: $18.66 to $21 per hour. Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification. Meeting minimum qualifications, pay will be set at minimum rate.

Location: Eielson AFB, AK

4 vacancies

Remote job:
No

Travel Required:

Occasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type:
Permanent

Work schedule:

Intermittent – This is a flexible position, with no guaranteed hours. Incumbent could work 0-40 hours per week.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ALL LEVELS): The incumbent will serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs and will be accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Provides care/supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants. Assists in preparing age appropriate activities; supervises children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events;

arranges and serves snacks/meals. Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations. May be required to transport children in government vehicles. Reads maps and judges road/traffic conditions to determine the shortest and safest route. Enforces passenger seatbelt use.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL): Assists in planning, coordinating and conducting activities for program participants. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL): Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions. Assists in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Generates a list of needed supplies and equipment. Attends to the physical needs of the children, as applicable. If interested in this position please preview the online application.

• This position requires the incumbent to have or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license.
• This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
• This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
• This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations including annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases.
• This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, to include Food Handlers certification, within a specified time from date hire or assignment to position.

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant’s eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/30/2026.

• Business Based Action
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Transition Hiring Preference

To qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs and other organizations.…