Educational Technician (child Development)

United States Space Force•Colorado, BR-18 86690-000, BR• Part Time

Posted 6 hours ago• Technician

Compensation

$34,799–$82,938/year

Job Description

Summary

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PRIMARY PURPOSE: Purpose: 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.

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

03/26/2026 to 04/02/2026

Salary $34,799 to - $82,938 per year Pay scale & grade NJ 2

Location

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.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship Required
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
Disclosure of Political Appointments
Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
Must complete additional training requirements to include Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, First Aid, rescue breathing, and food handlers
Training may be conducted during evening and weekend hours. May be required to work other than normal duty hours. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis
Incumbent must have a physical examination, a Tuberculosis skin test, and required immunizations in accordance with applicable regulations. Must satisfactorily complete a physical examination and keep current on all immunizations
This position has been identified as having "regular contact with children". IAW Public Law 101-647 Section 231: Crime Control Act of 1990, and Public Law 102-190, Section 1094 and DoDI 1402.5, cont
Criminal History Background Checks on Individuals in Child Care Services Positions, 19 JAN 1993. A National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) including a FBI fingerprint check and cont.
cont...State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) Check will be completed on any person selected for this position
IAW Public Law 101-647 Section 231: Crime Control Act of 1990, and Public Law 102-190, Section 1094 and DoDI 1402.5, Criminal History Background Checks on Individuals in Child Care Services Positions, 19 JAN 1993. cont...
Installation Records Check (IRC) required for any person selected for this position. IRCs completed on individuals with DoD affiliation such as living or working on an installation or an active duty member or family member. cont...
...cont The IRC will include police local files, drug and alcohol program, family housing, medical treatment for family advocacy program to include Service Central Registry records cont...
...cont and mental health records, and any other record checks as appropriate, to the extent of the law
This position requires a pre-employment physical examination
Position is not Centrally Managed and PCS is not authorized by the unit

In order to qualify, you must meet the basic requirement and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the 1701 Series, General Education and Training series.

BASIC REQUIREMENT FOR GS-1701: A Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. Note: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
OR
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above. Note: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

AND
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next lower grade of GS04, which 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: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do work of the position; Or a Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, education must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
OR
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPEIRENCE: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts

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:

1.Knowledge of Child Development regulations, procedures, and processes.
2.Knowledge of early child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
3.Knowledge of Child Development Center regulations, programs, and operations.
4.Ability to develop creative and innovative activity and special program plans
5.Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with others and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
6.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.

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Evaluation

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING:
Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

Online Application: Questionnaire
Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 form.
Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
Branch of Armed Forces
Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.