Educational Aid - Department of Defense - Belgium, WI

Do you want to work for an exciting

educational organization, with the children of our dedicated U.S. Military

members? Our mission is to provide an exemplary education that inspires

and prepares all students for success in a dynamic, global environment.

Come work for the Department of Defense Education Activity, DoDEA-Europe!

Positions are located in: Bitburg, Germany; Spangdahlem, Germany ; Mons, Belgium; Sterrebeek, Belgium; Brunssum, The Netherlands; Cambridgeshire, UK; Norfolk, UK; Northants, UK; North Yorkshire, UK; Suffolk, UK. Maps showing these geographical locations can be found at: http://www.dodea.edu/europe/offices/hr/index.cfm .

Who May Apply:

U.S. citizens

in the local commuting area who are current career/career-conditional Federal

employees in the competitive service; individuals on leave without pay;

reinstatement eligibles; individuals on an interchange agreement; U.S. citizen

family members as defined by the DODI 1400.25, Vol. 1232; military spouse

eligibles; Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) eligibles;

and/or 30% disabled veterans may apply. All Veteran Recruitment

Appointment (VRA) and (VEOA) eligibles may apply as well.

This announcement may be used for the purpose of filling multiple positions throughout the school year. There is no guarantee if or when a specific position may become available.

Duties
This announcement is used to fill the following temporary part-time seasonal positions.

EDUCATIONAL AID (Kindergarten), GS-1702-04

In this position, you will assist the Kindergarten teacher in the implementation of the full-day Kindergarten program for early childhood education by performing the following tasks: Assumes responsibility for conducting and guiding children in group activities such as reading, fine arts activities, etc., according to the guidelines and strategies of “Building the Primary Classroom,” the DoDEA Kindergarten content standards, and other educational and DoDEA directives, regulations, guides, manuals, and handbooks as well. May monitor students on playgrounds, in classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and cafeteria during recess and lunch periods, and in bus loading areas before and after school, to assist students in their activities, ensure proper behavior, and observation of safety rules.

EDUCATIONAL AID (Special Education), GS-1702-04

In this position, you will assist the special education instructional program for students with disabilities. Employees in this position provide assistance in teaching skills in toileting, feeding, eating, and personal hygiene. Lift, carry, transfer, and facilitate the motor development of physically impaired students. Observes and records student’s behaviors and activities. Tutors students. Performs a variety of administrative tasks. Assists handicapped students to and from school. The employee may be assigned to work in classroom, media center, health clinic, or school office. May monitor students on playgrounds, in classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and cafeteria during recess and lunch periods, and in bus loading areas before and after school, to assist students in their activities, ensure proper behavior, and observation of safety rules.

EDUCATIONAL AID (Sure Start), GS-1702-04

In this position, you will collaborate with and assist the Sure Start teacher in the implementation of the Sure Start Program for enrolled children. Sure Start Aids assist the Sure Start Teacher by providing administrative support. They plan and assist with room arrangement, activities, and schedules. Conducts and guides children in group activities. Participates in home visits. Contributes to reports and assessments. Assists in planning and conducting parent activities. Serves as Sure Start committee member. The employee may be assigned to work in classroom, media center, health clinic, or school office. May monitor students on playgrounds, in classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and cafeteria during recess and lunch periods, and in bus loading areas before and after school, to assist students in their activities, ensure proper behavior, and observation of safety rules.

EDUCATIONAL AID, GS-1702-04

In this position, you will assist teachers and other professional educators in instructional programs and classroom learning and activities. The employee may be assigned to work in classroom, media center, health clinic, or school office. May monitor students on playgrounds, in classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and cafeteria during recess and lunch periods, and in bus loading areas before and after school, to assist students in their activities, ensure proper behavior, and observation of safety rules.

Travel Required

Relocation Authorized

Job Requirements
Job Requirements
Key Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position
  


• See Other Information for details on ordinarily residents and dual citizens
  


• You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination
  


• Male applicants must meet Selective Service requirements
  

Qualifications
Click on link to view qualification standard. http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/IORs/gs1700/1702a.htm

EXPERIENCE:

In order to qualify for these positions, you need one year of general work experience. General work experience is defined as clerical, office or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position to be filled. Candidates should describe experience, education, and/or training that demonstrates their ability to provide support services to professional educators in a classroom setting. Include all experience working with children in any capacity in a group or on an individual basis in an educational or recreational/social environment.

OR EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION of two years above high school. One year of full time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours in a college or university or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business, secretarial or technical school.

Are You Qualifying Based on Education? A photocopy of all OFFICIAL college/university transcripts (front and back) must be submitted. To receive the maximum allowable credit you must include all transcripts for each degree earned to include any additional courses currently in progress. Any transcripts submitted that are not in English or not official will be removed from the application and will not be considered. (Transcripts must be in English.)

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:

http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

All candidates must be U.S. Citizens and reside within the local commuting area where the position is located. Local commuting area is defined as the geographic area surrounding a work site that encompasses the localities where people live and reasonably can be expected to travel back and forth daily to work based on the generally held expectations of the local community. (5 CFR 575.203)

All requirements must be met at time of certification. You are advised to submit your documents promptly as part of your application package.

A qualified typist is required for this position (40 wpm).

Applicants may be required to complete a 1-year trial period.

You will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer in accordance with DoD Regulation 7000.14R.

Selectee must undergo Background Checks IAW DoDI 1402.5 (e.g. Local Files Check, State Criminal History Records Check, and National Agency Check Inquiries). Employment in these positions is subject to successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet/maintain these requirements may be grounds for termination.

Security Clearance
Public Trust – Background Investigation

Additional Information