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Program Associate (Pre-Kindergarten) NF-03

United States Army Installation Management Command · Department of the Army

This job in plain English

This is a Pre-Kindergarten Program Associate job at the Fort Bragg School Age Center in Fort Bragg, North Carolina. It is part of Child and Youth Services, run by the U.S. Army Installation Management Command, and focuses on helping young children build the skills they need for Kindergarten. There are few vacancies, and occasional travel may be required.

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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.

This job is open to U.S. citizens, nationals, or people who owe allegiance to the U.S. Non-U.S. nationals qualify only if they have lived in the U.S. or a U.S. territory for at least three continuous years right before federal service starts.

What you would do

  • Teach Kindergarten Etiquette skills such as taking turns and raising hands
  • Provide supervision and oversight of children under DoD, Army and local rules
  • Work with the School Liaison Officer and school officials on smooth Kindergarten transitions
  • Complete required training and record it in your Individual Development Plan

Do you qualify for NF-3?

With experience: At the Target level, you need 18 months of experience working in a group program with children or youth, plus a Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age Credential. At the Entry level, you need 12 months of experience working in a group program with children or youth.

With education: An AA degree with a major emphasis in early childhood education or child development can qualify you at the Entry level. A BA/BS with a major emphasis in early childhood education, elementary education, child development, home economics, special education or a related behavioral science can also qualify you at the Entry level. Proof of education is required when you apply.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age Credential, which you must maintain (for Target-level qualification)

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume of two pages or less showing your relevant experience
  • Proof of education, such as HS diploma/GED, college transcripts or diploma, required at application
  • CDA or Military School-Age Credential if you use it to qualify
  • Supporting documents for any eligibility you claim, such as DD-214, PCS orders or proof of marriage status
  • Contact information for professional references (recommended)

How you will be rated: Your questionnaire answers are checked first, then HR reviews your resume, supporting documents and education against the requirements. Incomplete questionnaire answers may make you ineligible, and overstated experience may hurt your consideration.

Tips for this job:

  • Show your years of group program experience with children or youth clearly on your two-page resume
  • Upload proof of education and your CDA or Military School-Age Credential, since education must come from accredited schools
  • Answer every questionnaire item, because blank answers can make you ineligible

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, at least 40 hours per week. Sunday premium pay and night differential pay may be authorized for regularly scheduled employees.

Incentives and relocation: Incentives will not be paid. PCS moving costs are not authorized. CYS employees working at least 15 hours a week get a childcare fee discount: 100% for the first child and 25% for the second and later children.

Conditions of employment:

  • Direct deposit and Social Security card required
  • Meet qualification, eligibility and background requirements
  • One-year probationary period may be required
  • E-Verify employment check
  • Must be at least 18 years old at appointment
  • Pre-employment checks including a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation
  • Health assessment required
  • Complete required transition and annual training

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
$52,693 – $68,502 per year
Pay scale and grade
NF-3 · Nonappropriated fund
Location
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
few
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Education And Training Technician (1702)
Announcement
C2SCNAFCY-26-13105078

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