- Position Title
- Education Technician
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NPS-IRA-24-12189904-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, November 17, 2023 to Monday, November 27, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Would you accept a term appointment?
Assessment 1
1.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic requirements for an Education Technician, GS-1702-07 position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position. YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND TO BE NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
For the section below, please select one answer that best indicates the skill level you possess for each task listed. It is important your application clearly show how you possess the experience and skill levels you claim. If not, your score will be lowered, or you will be found not qualified. The information you provide will be verified. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Present education programs in an engaging fashion in accordance with current educational pedagogy and interpretive principles and best practices, using inquiry-based methods and hands-on activities.
3.
Enhance and modify curricula to meet state education standards and the needs of local schools.
4.
Create age-appropriate education materials for students such as lesson plans, visual aids, and teaching materials to maximize conceptual understanding.
5.
Plan age-appropriate educational activities that allow for conceptual understanding of the subject matter.
6.
Use a variety of questioning strategies to support student learning.
7.
Prepare materials for education programs and educator packets.
8.
Remain current on educational methods and techniques and how they apply and relate to interpretive techniques and education program delivery.
9.
Use computers for various purposes such as word processing, data entry, research, and the development of presentations and educational media.
10.
Lead groups of youth in the field and apply sound judgement to safety concerns such as those involving group transportation, dangers involved with wildlife encounters, and extreme weather conditions.
11.
Prepare written reports and correspondence pertaining to a variety of educational-related concerns.
12.
Tailor interpretive programs for specific audiences, including education groups.
13.
Collect, track, and analyze use and participation data to inform programmatic decisions.
14.
Vary student management techniques for different student groups to match intellectual and emotional learning capacities.
15.
Anticipate student behavior and establish/enforce behavior expectations to keep students engaged in field and classroom settings.
16.
Use a variety of appropriate interpretive techniques to deliver information to diverse audiences.
17.
Maintain a professional demeanor while handling a high volume of student contacts.
18.
Provide mentorship and support for colleagues and/or volunteers who provide education program services.
19.
Build collaborative relationship with schools, libraries, or other organizations who share common goals related to education and preservation.
20.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.