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Child and Youth Program Assistant – may be eligible for 1000.00 at 6 months and 1 year

Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy

This job in plain English

Child and Youth Program Assistants care for, supervise, and teach children and youth in Navy Child and Youth Programs. This job is in Virginia Beach, Virginia, at Naval Air Station Oceana/Dam Neck Annex, for Commander, Navy Installations Command. It has 25 vacancies, an intermittent schedule of 0 to 40 hours, and occasional travel.

25 vacancies

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

The job is open to the public. You must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S.

What you would do

  • Develop schedules and activity plans for children and youth.
  • Lead planned and spontaneous program activities.
  • Supervise children and youth indoors, outdoors, and on field trips.
  • Observe and document each child's development and any concerns.
  • Report signs of illness, abuse, or neglect as directed.
  • Give parents daily feedback about their child's program activities.

Do you qualify for CY-1 to CY-2?

With experience: Entry level (CY-1702-01) does not list required experience, but prior work with children or youth is preferred. Intermediate level (CY-1702-01) requires 6 months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting, and target level (CY-1702-02) requires 1 year of the same kind of experience.

With education: All levels require a high school diploma or equivalent. Intermediate level also requires completion of Navy Entry Level training, with Army, Air Force, and Marine equivalents accepted. Target level also requires one of these: completion of DoD standardized training courses, a valid Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age (MSA) credential, or a 2-year degree in a related field such as early childhood education, child development, or youth recreation.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume, two-page maximum
  • Proof of education: college transcript showing degree conferred, or high school diploma or GED
  • Transcripts must show your name, school, degree type, conferral date, and major; altered transcripts are rejected
  • Notice of separation if claiming DoD NAF Business Based Action priority consideration
  • Sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate if claiming military spouse preference
  • DD-214 Member-4 page and supporting documents if claiming veterans' preference
  • Most recent SF-50 or Personnel Action Report if you are or were a federal employee
  • Foreign transcripts need U.S. equivalency evaluation, paid by you

How you will be rated: Resumes are first checked for eligibility and minimum qualifications. They are then rated on knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), and applicants are referred for the grade they qualify for, and the hiring official may interview.

Tips for this job:

  • Keep your resume to two pages and be clear and specific about your child care experience and skills, since the system blocks longer files.
  • Upload proof of education even if you have a degree, and make sure the transcript shows your name, school, degree type, date, and major.
  • Complete the online questionnaire and submit all documents by 11:59 PM EST on 11/30/2026.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Intermittent, 0 to 40 hours, not eligible for benefits. Occasional travel may be expected.

Incentives and relocation: The job title says you may be eligible for $1,000.00 at 6 months and 1 year, but the announcement text does not explain this. The announcement also mentions help paying for industry certification or college courses and a discount on Navy child care fees for employees' children.

Conditions of employment:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Complete required training and keep required certifications or credentials
  • Pass background checks, including fingerprint and installation records checks
  • Drug testing before employment and at random; a positive test or refusal can remove you
  • Pass a pre-employment physical and provide proof of immunizations
  • Positive marijuana or other drug test withdraws offer and bars DoD jobs for 6 months
  • Automatic disqualification for certain sexual, child-victim, or felony drug convictions
  • Proof of education required if not provided at time of application
  • Possible 1-year probationary period
  • Direct deposit or electronic fund transfer within first 30 days
  • E-Verify check of eligibility to work in the U.S.
  • REAL ID-compliant license or other accepted ID needed for base access

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$19.00 – $22.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
CY-1 to CY-2 · Child and youth programs
Location
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Intermittent
Service
Competitive
Openings
25
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Education And Training Technician (1702)
Announcement
27-13105160

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