Educational Aide (Kindergarten) at Department of Defense

About the opportunity

Positions are located within the Pacific East Region under the Department of War Education Activity, Department of Defense. These positions are not covered by a bargaining unit. All candidates must reside within the local commuting area where the position is located. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement to establish an applicant pool for Educational Aide or Educational Aide (Kindergarten) positions that may become available throughout the school year. School year part-time seasonal work schedules include periods in a non-pay/non-duty status during holidays and spring and summer recess periods.

Salary and benefits

• Hourly pay rate ranging from $17.82 to $22.29 PH
• Pay retention may be offered to selected applicants for positions at overseas locations
• Holiday pay for part-time employees when the holiday falls on a day otherwise required to work or take leave

Who can apply?

• Must meet one of the eligible employment authority categories (such as Current Competitive Service Civilian DoWEA Employee, Excepted Service Overseas Family Member Appointment, Military Spouse Preference, Priority Placement Program, etc.)
• Must possess one year of general experience OR two years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university, OR a combination of education and experience
• Must be U.S. citizens who are not considered Ordinarily Resident under the applicable Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA), or non-U.S. Citizens who meet specific requirements including a valid active green card, SSN, and at least three years of residency in the United States
• Must reside within the local commuting area where the position is located

Required documents

• Resume (must be two pages or less, including employer name, job title, start/end dates, hours worked per week, and a brief description of duties)
• Proof of Eligibility to Apply (supporting documents such as sponsor orders for MSP/FMP/FMNP eligibles)
• SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), if applicable
• Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
• Transcripts (unofficial or official) if qualifying based on education

When to apply

• Date Posted: October 1, 2026
• Application Close Date: March 31, 2027 at 11:59 PM (EST)

How to apply

• Log into your USAJOBS account or create one
• Complete the online application questionnaire
• Select your resume and supporting documents from your USAJOBS account
• Verify that your application package is complete, accurate, and submit it by the closing date

Additional information

• Locations include various bases in Japan such as Atsugi, Iwakuni, Misawa AFB, Sagamihara, Sasebo, Yokosuka, Yokota Air Base, and Zama
• Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program requirements as outlined in DoD Instruction 1315.19
• Medical and dental care for civilian employees and families in overseas locations may be provided by host nation providers and is generally on a space-available and reimbursable basis