Summary You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications below. Your resume/application must demonstrate the required experience/education. Please see additional information on how your application is evaluated. Responsibilities The work is performed in a Child Development Center (CDC), U.S. Coast Guard. The purpose of the Child Development Services (CDS) Training and Curriculum (TAC) Specialist position is to provide and deliver a comprehensive training program to Child Development Center (CDC) employees and CDS Family Child Care (FCC) providers, assist with the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum program that fosters the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of children and youth, ages 6 weeks to 12 years and promote school readiness and support ongoing school success. A comprehensive CDS employee-training program directly correlates to the quality of childcare programs provided. TAC works under supervision of CDC Director, and TAC would assume CDC director duties in the event the CDC Director and Assistant Director are not available. Provides training to CDC employees and FCC providers. Utilizes child and youth development and training expertise to role model, mentor, coordinate and provide training, observe for successful implementation of training, assess development of children and youth by direct observation, and provide services that lead to obtaining and/or maintaining accreditation by a nationally recognized early childhood accrediting agency, where applicable. Provides orientation to new employees to the CDC system and provides them with basic information that can be applied in all settings. Works with CDC Director and cognizant Family Advocacy Specialist (FAS) and Resource Specialist (FRS) to establish training plans and schedules for employees and provider training. Arranges for total CDS training opportunities, including training of management, administrations, food service, and direct staff. Provides training to CDC employees and FCC providers on age-appropriate activities. Arranges and/or delivers initial and ongoing training and ensures training is available to support career progression. Arranges for subject matter experts to conduct/support specialized training. Ensures completion and documentation of required training of all CDS personnel. Develops a working relationship with local and on-line colleges, universities and professional organizations and advises employees/providers about continuing avenues of professional development. Maintains training records and establishes a standardized Individual Development Plan (IDP) for each CDS employee and FCC provider, as directed by CDC Director. Prepares training status reports and recommendations to supervisors and notifies CDC Directors. Develops programs that encourage and support the pursuit of continuing higher education by documenting requirements for completion of the Child Development Association (CDA) and provides information, assistance and guidance to employees and providers who are seeking college-level classes to meet their professional goals. Works with Assistant CDC Director to promote FCC provider accreditation to certified FCC providers and identifies additional training needs. Provide parallel training and support services to the MWR staff working with youth and assist with obtaining/maintaining accreditation by a nationally recognized youth organization, as required. Ensures that the required Coast Guard curriculum is implemented within each CDS program (i.e. supports implementation and execution of the Coast Guard standardized curriculum within the Child Development Center (CDC), including assisting CDC direct care staff by documenting observations and assessments, evaluating classroom environments, reviewing weekly activity plans, and providing additional training when needed). Coordinates programming that supports the children and youth's physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development regardless of setting or length of time in care. Ensures the quality and consistency of development programming to include environment, equipment, materials, program structure, curriculum, risk management practices and oversight and coordination of activity schedules and lesson plan. Role models appropriate behaviors and techniques working with children and youth. Observes activities throughout all hours of operation to assess employee competency and direct training needs for group and/or individuals. Provides feedback to employees and supervisors. Maintains resources to aid CDC employees and FCC providers in preparing lesson plans and activity schedules and to assist with training objectives. Reviews lesson plans to ensure they are appropriate and based on curriculum requirements. Provides daily assistance with plans and assists in and supports development and implementation of parent education and parent participation program, as required. May be called upon to teach in the classroom. Requirements Conditions of Employment Provides training to CDC staff and FCC providers so they can ensure classroom and activity areas are in compliance with fire, safety, and sanitations rules and instructions. Carries out EEO policies and communicates support of those policies to CDS employees. Ensures all childcare personnel meet training requirements as set by local, State, and Federal agencies, along with standards set by the accrediting agency, when applicable. Mandatory reporter of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. Performs other duties as assigned. OTHER ESSENTIAL INFORMATION: Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer as the Standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes. Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless covered by an exemption under the Selective Service Law, in accordance with 5 U.S. Code 3378. Selectee will be required to provide a written statement regarding his registration status unless he is exempted by this statute. Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check. Qualifications Minimum: Successful completion of a 4-year college or university degree with a major course of study directly related to child development, early childhood education or equivalent, OR Associate level (two-year) degree in early childhood education/child development, from an accredited college or university. Must include 12 semester hours covering children aged birth through 5 years and four years of experience in a child care setting in a program serving children aged birth through 5 years Valid Driver's license. Must have within 60 days of hire and maintain valid CPR/First Aid Certifications. Preferred (in addition to the minimum): Knowledge of a very wide range of professional early childhood education principles, concepts, and techniques to develop, interpret, monitor and evaluate the execution of curriculum and age-appropriate activities for the CDC program area. Knowledge of Child Development behaviors, norms, growth patterns, nutritional requirements and procedures for assigned program area which support and promote the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children in assigned age groups. Knowledge of requirements for developmentally appropriate program materials and equipment, and the establishment of criteria for the organization of developmentally appropriate child activity spaces. Knowledge of appropriate developmental programming based upon implications and effects of child growth and behavioral patterns. Knowledge of staff training requirements and operational procedures in assigned program area/age groups. Knowledge of adult learning styles and motivational techniques. Knowledge of training techniques and course development methods to provide required and supplemental training. Education Please read the "Qualifications" section. Additional Information USCG COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMAND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS: By choosing to work for the Coast Guard Community Services Command, you will enjoy one of the best benefit packages available anywhere. Benefit offerings are subject to applicable worker categories (Full-time, Part-time, Intermittent), location, position, and length of time in service. Paid Annual and Sick Leave Holiday Pay Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible/Dependent Spending Account Pension Plan 401k Savings Plan Life Insurance Short Term/Long Term Disability Tuition Assistance Paid Parental Leave