Summary The purpose of this position is to provide and deliver a comprehensive training program to CYP employees, volunteers, and Family Child Care providers. To assist with the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum/program that fosters the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of children and youth, ages 6 weeks to 18 years and to provide supervisory oversight of a training team at an extra-large installation CYP. Responsibilities Provides immediate supervisory technical oversight and directs work to be accomplished by a workforce training team of three or more Training and Curriculum Specialists NF 04, Training Specialists, and Assistant Training Specialist or equivalent GS staff. Identifies and provides training opportunities for management, training, and support staff and notifies them of training availability. Provides input on training requirements as required. Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and training team staff capabilities. Participates in section staffing decisions. Addresses potential disciplinary and performance issues timely and takes appropriate corrective action as necessary. Fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal and ensures equitable treatment of all staff. Coordinates with Installation Child & Youth Program, managers, and trainers to develop a comprehensive CYP training plan and calendar based on assessed training needs. Identifies, develops, plans, and delivers requisite and individualized CYP-wide training opportunities for Direct Care, Management, Training, and Support team members. Arranges for subject matter experts to conduct/support specialized training, when needed. Develops training budget and provides to ICYP for input into CYP budget to include Foundation and Annual/On-Going training costs, resource and professional supplies, equipment and materials. Manages program to budget. Prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements as needed. Collects and maintains up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes IAW CNIC and statutory requirements. Provides tailored CYP training content appropriate for each employee's and provider's area of responsibility and according to individual learning needs, including relevant age groups, CYP support area, regulatory compliance, etc. Applies principles of adult learning in development of training content. Executes Department of Defense standardized competency-based training program, provides initial and ongoing annual training, and ensures CYP professional's access to professional development training and resource system. Utilizes Child and Youth Management System and other electronic/web-based tools to maintain up-to-date documentation of annual and monthly training requirements. Maintains training records and individual development plans. Prepares training status reports and recommendations to supervisors and notifies CYP Directors of employees' and providers' training status and performance. Develops programs that encourage and support professional development including the pursuit of industry credentials and higher education through job related coursework. Provide information, assistance and guidance to employees and providers seeking to meet their professional goals. Assists the FCC Director and FCC Monitor to encourage providers to become accredited. Ensures the required Navy curriculum is implemented within each CYP. Supports implementation and execution of the Navy standardized curriculum, including assisting the Direct Care team by documenting observations, coaching, and assessments of children and staff, evaluating classroom environments, reviewing weekly activity plans, and providing additional training, coaching, role modeling, and support based on the outcomes, as needed. Coordinates programming that supports all children and youth's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development, regardless of setting or length of time in care. Ensures the quality and consistency of developmental programming to include the environment, equipment, materials, program structure, curriculum, risk management practices, and oversight and coordination of activity schedules and lesson plans. Role models appropriate behaviors and techniques when working with children, youth, and adults. Observes program settings throughout all hours of operation to assess employee competency and direct training needs for groups or individuals. Provides feedback to employees and supervisors based on observations. Works with CY Program Assistants and Leaders to evaluate classroom or activity area environments and makes recommendations to the Director to select developmentally appropriate toys, materials and equipment. Reviews lesson plans to ensure they are appropriate and based on curriculum requirements. Assists with plans if needed. Assists in and supports development and implementation of initiatives to support parent and family relations, including orientation, education, conferences, resource library, and participation programs. Facilitate the inclusion of children who require accommodations for participation in CYP, including conducting environmental observations, planning environmental modifications, role modeling of strategies, and training of staff. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Knowledge of early childhood or youth education principles, concepts, and techniques to develop, interpret, monitor, and evaluate the execution of curriculum and age appropriate activities. Knowledge of adult learning techniques and strategies and experience training adult learners. Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and neglect. Knowledge of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Council on Accreditation (COA), and National Association for Family Child Care Page 4 of 6 (NAFCC) accreditation criteria and process and the required programs of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), 4-H. Knowledge in interests and motivation of individuals and groups. Skill in planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of programs. Skill to develop curriculum outlines, courses of study lesson plans/guides, and to conduct training workshops. Ability to support DoD Certification, accreditation, and staff credentialing (Child Development Associate (CDA), Associate of Arts (AA) Degree) by ensuring that required training is administered and successfully accomplished to meet statutory and program requirements. Ability to provide guidance and leadership to employees and providers. Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations including evacuations, child illness, and physical and emotional disorders. Ability to supervise and direct the work of other employees, monitor performance, and exercise managerial authority with responsibility for accomplishing training outcomes. Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Education A 4-year degree in related to child or youth development, Early Childhood Education, or an equivalent field of study from an accredited college or university AND 3 years of full-time experience working with children or youth. OR A Master's degree in the related field of study AND minimum of 1-year professional experience working with children. OR A combination of education and experience (e.g., courses equivalent to a major in a field; 24 higher level semester hours) appropriate to the position (see above) plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above AND 3 years of full-time experience working with children or youth Note: A copy of your H.S. diploma, GED, or college transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) MUST be submitted when applying. If your degree has not been awarded you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent. Additional Information Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test. All individuals involved in the provision of child care services on a Department of Navy (DON) installation or in a DON-sanctioned program must complete the Installation Records Check (IRC). The IRC includes a check of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) records in the Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System (ADMITS) database, a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), and an installation security/base check via the Navy Justice Information System (NJIS) database and/or other law enforcement systems. This information will be used to determine suitability for the applicant in accordance with criteria for automatic and presumptive disqualifiers, per DoDI 1402.05. Per Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.05 Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs, incumbents will be automatically disqualified for a conviction in either civilian or military court (to include any general, special, or summary court-martial conviction or if they received non-judicial punishment [under Article 15 or chapter 47 of Title 10, U.S.C]) for any of the following: a sexual offense, any criminal offense involving a child victim, or a felony drug offense. Additionally, the incumbent will be automatically disqualified if he/she has been held to be negligent in a civil adjudication or administrative proceeding concerning the death of or serious injury to a child or dependent person entrusted to the individual's care.