What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Educational Technician (Child Development) position at The Air Force Civilian Service?
Behind every mission that takes flight in defense of our country is a military family relying on a community of care, trust, and dedication. At Offutt Air Force Base, the children of our service members look for exceptional leaders to ignite their imagination, guide their growth, and keep them safe. As a Senior Educational Technician (Child Development) you won't just work in a classroom, you will serve as a frontline instructional leader, coach, and trusted mentor. Guiding children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age, you will design vibrant learning experiences, champion full inclusion for children with special needs, and provide hands-on leadership to classroom staff. If you are an experienced early childhood professional ready to elevate classroom standards, step into center leadership, and make an enduring difference, this mission is for you.
The Senior Educational Technician (Child Development) serves as an instructional lead and operational coordinator delivering age-appropriate developmental care and curriculum for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years while providing vital technical coaching and mentorship to lower-graded classroom staff. In this multifaceted role, you will lead classroom activities, partner with the Inclusion Action Team to accommodate children with specialized needs, and serve as a facility safety monitor conducting essential daily health and fire inspections.
Salary Range is $50,964 - $66,255 based on experience.
AFCS Benefits:
Paid Time Off:
• 11 Federal Holidays each year
• 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)
Paid Vacation Time:
• 13-26 days per year based on length of employment
Health Insurance:
• No waiting period to qualify for you and your family
Retirement:
• Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
• Basic Benefits Plan
• Social Security
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)
This position can close at any time. Apply Now!
REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION
• U.S. Citizenship
RECRUITMENT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's):
• Comprehensive Child Development Knowledge: In-depth understanding of child development requirements, policies, procedures, and early childhood guidance practices, techniques, and regulatory programs (including AF, DoD, and NAEYC standards).
• Developmental & Nutritional Stages: Thorough knowledge of the physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and nutritional stages of young children (6 weeks to 5 years), with the skill to translate theory into center programming.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate factual, procedural, and developmental information clearly and tactfully, both orally and in writing, to parents, staff, and leadership.
• Curriculum Adaptation & Inclusion: Proven skill in tailoring and adapting planned educational activities to accommodate individual skill levels and children with specialized developmental or medical needs.
• Safety, Hygiene, & Space Management: Ability to maintain rigorous safety, hygiene, and health standards through constant child supervision, space arrangement, and proper equipment management.
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze operational or classroom challenges, identify contributing factors, gather relevant facts, and implement sound, effective solutions.
• Team Leadership & Interpersonal Relations: Demonstrated skill in guiding, training, and mentoring subordinate staff while fostering collaborative, positive working relationships across diverse teams.
Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).
To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates."
AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.
The Senior Educational Technician (Child Development) serves as an instructional lead and operational coordinator delivering age-appropriate developmental care and curriculum for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years while providing vital technical coaching and mentorship to lower-graded classroom staff. In this multifaceted role, you will lead classroom activities, partner with the Inclusion Action Team to accommodate children with specialized needs, and serve as a facility safety monitor conducting essential daily health and fire inspections.
Salary Range is $50,964 - $66,255 based on experience.
AFCS Benefits:
Paid Time Off:
• 11 Federal Holidays each year
• 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)
Paid Vacation Time:
• 13-26 days per year based on length of employment
Health Insurance:
• No waiting period to qualify for you and your family
Retirement:
• Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
• Basic Benefits Plan
• Social Security
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)
This position can close at any time. Apply Now!
REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION
• U.S. Citizenship
RECRUITMENT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's):
• Comprehensive Child Development Knowledge: In-depth understanding of child development requirements, policies, procedures, and early childhood guidance practices, techniques, and regulatory programs (including AF, DoD, and NAEYC standards).
• Developmental & Nutritional Stages: Thorough knowledge of the physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and nutritional stages of young children (6 weeks to 5 years), with the skill to translate theory into center programming.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate factual, procedural, and developmental information clearly and tactfully, both orally and in writing, to parents, staff, and leadership.
• Curriculum Adaptation & Inclusion: Proven skill in tailoring and adapting planned educational activities to accommodate individual skill levels and children with specialized developmental or medical needs.
• Safety, Hygiene, & Space Management: Ability to maintain rigorous safety, hygiene, and health standards through constant child supervision, space arrangement, and proper equipment management.
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze operational or classroom challenges, identify contributing factors, gather relevant facts, and implement sound, effective solutions.
• Team Leadership & Interpersonal Relations: Demonstrated skill in guiding, training, and mentoring subordinate staff while fostering collaborative, positive working relationships across diverse teams.
Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).
To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates."
AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.
Salary : $50,964 - $66,255