Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02

Positions are located at the Child Development Centers (6 wks-5 yrs) or School Age Center (6 yrs-12 yrs) at Fort Leonard Wood. Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee: must work at least 15 hours per week. First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees) Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees) Please go to the Additional Information Section for upcoming Job Fair or School Age Center details.

Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth, ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in Child and Youth Services (CYS) programs.

Actively supervises and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth during daily routines, indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events.

Assists in implementing planned, developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines for children/youth using prepared curriculum, activity plans, and materials which includes group and individual activities.

Helps arrange for or serve appropriate snacks or meals.

Identifies and responds to emergency situations including evacuations, child/youth illness, and physical and emotional needs.