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.
What are we looking for? A 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education or Child/Youth Development or a related field such as Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Consumer Science (Early Childhood emphasis) AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth. OR A combination of education (at least 24 semester hours) and experience, or additional course work, that 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 and/or youth. 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. 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. Must have the 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 communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with DoD and Marine Corps policy for employees who provide child care services. Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physicals thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Must complete all DoD training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial and annual ongoing training requirements, and required certifications, if any. Must maintain current food handlers, CPR and First Aid certifications. May be required to obtain a government driver's license. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
What to Expect A Training & Curriculum (T&C) Specialist is assigned the responsibility of providing training to Child & Youth Program (CYP) professionals based on needs of the program. T&C Specialist utilize child and youth development and training expertise to role model, mentor, coordinate and provide training in support of the implementation of the curriculum. Serves as an Early Childhood Education/Youth Development resource for CYP professionals by maintaining professional knowledge of curriculum development and materials for the appropriate program and age group. Will observe for successful implementation of training, assess development of children and youth by direct observation, and provide services that lead to the program obtaining and/or maintaining national accreditation. Orients new CYP professionals to the child and youth system and provides basic information that can be applied in all program settings. Coordinates with CYP Directors to establish training plans and a schedule for professional training. Provides training that is appropriate for, and tailored to, the age group of the children and youth with whom the CYP professionals work. Ensures completion and documentation of required training. Develops programs that encourage and support the pursuit of continuing higher education by documenting requirements for completion of the Child Development Associate or the Military School-Age Credential. Provides support for CYP professionals in preparing for inspections and accreditation. Carries out Equal Employment Opportunity policies and communicates support of those policies to CYP Professionals. In the absence of CYP Management, incumbent may assume the responsibilities of the CYP Director and perform duties and requirements of the position to include supervision of employees. Keeps abreast of and actively supports the principles of the EEO program, and prevention of sexual harassment. Must be alert to alcohol and substance abuse, and take appropriate action. Is a mandatory reporter as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. Performs other duties as assigned. 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.