BRIDGEPORT, CA - EDUCATIONAL AID CY1-CY2 (GSE02-GSE04) (UPDATED RESUME REQUIREMENT AS OF 8/14/2026)

Summary

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.

Duties

• INTRODUCTION: This position provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in Child and Youth Programs (CYP). The duties of this position are developmental in nature and designed to provide experience and training to qualify for mandatory advancement to higher level positions leading to the full performance position. The incumbent serves as a mandated reporter as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in implementing planned, developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines for children/youth using prepared or developed curriculum, activity plans, and materials which includes group and individual activities. Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules and support development of children. Observes and actively participates in maintaining safe and healthy environments to minimize risk to children. Helps create and assemble play materials (mixing paint and play dough, and props for dramatic plays and equipment for sports activities, etc.). Contributes to the list of needed supplies and equipment for submission to the supervisor. Assists with attending to the developmental needs of children/youth in assigned area, including relationship building. Helps establish a program environment that promotes positive child interactions with other children and adults. Builds relationships with children and families. Interacts with children and youth using approved child and youth guidance and development techniques. Interacts professionally with employees, families, and local installation command. Engages in positive, supportive, and developmentally appropriate interactions with children, youth, and families. Works cooperatively as a member of a team and exhibits strong interpersonal skills with children, youth, and adults. SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN: Ensures the supervision, accountability, and oversight of program participants in compliance with the Department of War (DoW), United States Marine Corps (USMC) and local installation policies, standards, and guidance. Assures staff-child ratios are always maintained in assigned classroom/program area. Maintains awareness and accountability for the whereabouts and safety of all children and youth, aged 6 weeks to 18 years, within the assigned group. Assists with conducting required supervision and accountability measures and practices. Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with authorized person according to written parental instructions. Assists in supervising children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and during special events. Maintains communication with other employees to request assistance, aid, and report challenges. Responds to minor illness or injury, renders aid as needed, and completes and submits accident/incident report documentation. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Helps arrange for or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: ALL LEVELS (CY1-CY2, GSE02/03/04): Be 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, have the ability to speak, read, and write English, follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Be able to lift and carry children and objects up to 45lbs independently and over 45lbs with assistance. Activities may require incumbent to obtain a government drivers license (to include driving a government vehicle while transporting children). Prior experience working with children or youth preferred. ADDITIONAL MININMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CY1 GSE-03: In addition to the above requirement for all levels, Minimum of six months experience working in a group program with children/youth. AND Completion of Entry Level DoW standardized training courses and requirements. OR Six (6) semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, or special education. ADDITIONAL MININMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CY2 GSE-04: In addition to the above requirement for all levels, Minimum of 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child/youth development. In addition to the above, candidate must possess: Completion of DoW standardized training courses. OR A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential. OR 12 semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, or special education. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position has been identified as having regular contact with children under the age of 18. In accordance with Section 231 of the Crime Control Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-647 codified at 34 U.S.C. 20351) and DoD Instruction 1402.05, favorably adjudicated background checks are required. Position is subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children and youth. Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine. Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physical, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Must complete all DoW and Service training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and any required certifications. Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications. 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.

Requirements

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How to apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=77535&PostingSeq=1. Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement. TO ALIGN WITH THE MERIT HIRING PLAN, FEDERAL AGENCIES WILL NOT ACCEPT RESUMES THAT EXCEED TWO PAGES. ACCORDINGLY, THE NAF HRO WILL ONLY CONSIDER RESUMES THAT ARE TWO PAGES OR FEWER. RESUMES EXCEEDING THIS LIMIT WILL NOT BE REFERRED AND WILL BE DEEMED INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. Please include the below list of required documents with your application: Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable. If prior military, DD214 Member Copy If you are an Active Duty Service member who will be retired from service within 120 days of the application date, you must submit a DD214 or Statement of Service with your application to receive further consideration for any regular part-time or full-time positions. In accordance with 5 USC § 3326, recently retired Servicemembers are subject to a 180-day waiting period before they may be appointed to Federal service, regardless of hiring authorities. When applicable and all requirements are met, those candidates must have submitted the required documentation at the time of their application before an agency can request a waiver. Note: For positions that require a degree, certification, and/or specific education requirements (e.g., a minimum number of credit hours toward a degree), applicants must submit supporting documentation (e.g., transcripts, diplomas, certifications) at the time of application. Applications that do not include the required documentation may be determined ineligible, as minimum qualifications cannot be verified. If you are using an employment preference, please ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility: Military Spouses Copy of the sponsor PCS orders identifying a dependents-authorized move and reporting date to the new duty location. Copy of marriage license or military dependent ID if dependent name is not listed on PCS orders. In order to qualify, date of marriage or military dependent ID must be prior to reporting date listed on PCS orders. For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility. Veterans Copy of DD214 citing general or honorable discharge. Persons with Disabilities Proof of Disability Documentation from: doctor, licensed medical professional, licensed rehabilitation professional, or any federal, state, District of Columbia, or US territory agency that issues or provides disability benefits. Be advised - the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) can help assist all Military affiliated family members and Veterans with their job search. The FMEAP offers a range of services, including job search assistance, resume support, mock interviews, and more. To access these resources, please call 760-830-4030 or email [email protected].