CYP TRAINING & CURRICULUM SPECIALIST NF-04

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**Job Summary**

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS)is looking for the best and

brightest to join our Team! MCCSis a comprehensive program that supports

and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others

in the Marine Corps Community.Weoffer a team oriented environment

comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and

volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and

effectively.As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our

commitment to our Corps.

This position is located at**MCAS YUMA, AZ**.Candidates selected for

this position will serve as a**CYP TRAINING & CURRICULUM SPECIALIST.**

**Major Duties**

• Major Duties and Responsibilities**\
  
  

A T&C Specialist is assigned the responsibility of providing training to

CYP professionals based on needs of the program. The incumbent is

expected to operate independently with minimum supervision toward

overall objectives of the programs. Incumbent utilizes 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.

Incumbent 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. The duties and responsibilities of the T&C can be grouped

into categories, including training, classroom and program support,

Compliance And Additional Responsibilities As Described Below.

• Training**\
  
  

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. Ensures CYP training opportunities

include management, support, and direct care professionals. Provides

training that is appropriate for, and tailored to, the age group of the

children and youth with whom the CYP professionals work. Executes the

DoD Standardized Module Training Program, provides initial orientation,

ongoing annual training and ensures training is available to support

career progression.

Incumbent arranges for subject matter experts to conduct/support

specialized training. Ensures completion and documentation of required

training. Works with CYP professionals to ensure modules are completed.

Identifies additional training needs. Maintains training records and

supports 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 the pursuit of continuing higher

education by documenting requirements for completion of the Child

Development Associate or the Military School-Age Credential. Provides

information, assistance and guidance to CYP professionals seeking

college-level classes to meet professional goals. Assists FCC Director

and FCC Monitor(s) in the accreditation process for providers. Develops

a working relationship with local colleges, universities and

professional organizations and advises employees/providers about

continuing avenues of professional development.

Participates in the CYP Inclusion Action Team meetings as required.

Coordinates staff training that includes reference to food and

environmental allergies or physical disabilities, and policies and

procedures on special needs accommodations. Maintains supporting

documentation on participants wi h special needs and ensures proper

attention is provided.

• Classroom/Program Support**\
  
  

Ensures implementation and execution of the Marine Corps standardized

curriculum within the Child Development Program (CDP). Assists Program

Assistants and Leaders by documenting observations and assessments,

evaluating classroom environments, approving weekly lesson/activity

plans, and providing additional training when needed. Coordinates

programming that supports the participants physical, social, emotional,

cognitive and language development regardless of setting or length of

time in care. Ensures 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 working with children and youth.

Observes in program settings during hours of operation to assess

employee competency and direct training needs for groups and/or

individuals. Works with other CYP professionals to evaluate classroom or

activity area environments and makes recommendations to the CYP Director

for the selection of developmentally appropriate toys, materials and

equipment. Reviews completed assessm