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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade NJ-I, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes 1) Providing a working knowledge of Child Development regulations, procedures, and processes. 2) Using knowledge of early child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. 3) Applying knowledge of Child Development Center regulations, programs, and operations. 4) Developing creative and innovative activity and special program plans. 5) Promoting and fostering effective working relationships with others and to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. 6) Ensuring the safety and hygiene of children through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space and proper management of equipment.
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EDUCATION: Have successfully completed four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Have a combination of experience as described in the job opportunity announcement and education. Therefore, I have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-04 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-05 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide appropriate, specialized developmental care and instruction for children in the Child Development Center (CDC). In addition, performs basic oversight and supervision for a designated classroom for ages 6 months through 5 years. The incumbent may be designated as the supervisor on duty, as needed, whenever the Child Development Center (CDC) Director is not physically in the facility.
DUTIES
Qualifications:
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, for the Education and Training Technician Series, 1702.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade NJ-I, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes 1) Providing a working knowledge of Child Development regulations, procedures, and processes. 2) Using knowledge of early child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. 3) Applying knowledge of Child Development Center regulations, programs, and operations. 4) Developing creative and innovative activity and special program plans. 5) Promoting and fostering effective working relationships with others and to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. 6) Ensuring the safety and hygiene of children through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space and proper management of equipment.
OR
EDUCATION: Have successfully completed four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Have a combination of experience as described in the job opportunity announcement and education. Therefore, I have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-04 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-05 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
- Knowledge of Child Development regulations, procedures, and processes.
- Knowledge of early child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Knowledge of Child Development Center regulations, programs, and operations.
- Ability to develop creative and innovative activity and special program plans.
- Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with others and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to ensure the safety and hygiene of children through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space, and proper management of equipment
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Responsibilities:
SUMMARYThe primary purpose of this position is to provide appropriate, specialized developmental care and instruction for children in the Child Development Center (CDC). In addition, performs basic oversight and supervision for a designated classroom for ages 6 months through 5 years. The incumbent may be designated as the supervisor on duty, as needed, whenever the Child Development Center (CDC) Director is not physically in the facility.
DUTIES
- Designs, implements, and reviews activity plans.
- Observes and evaluates each child's health and development and reports on and maintains records of observations.
- Prepares and implements specialized programs for children with special needs, i.e., children with disciplinary problems, learning disabilities, or gifted children.
- Provides technical guidance and leadership to junior employees assigned to assist with program activities and participates in special projects.
Salary : $34,799