Megan Felton
Mountain Home,ID
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Child and Youth Program Assistant with 3 years of experience providing safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care for children and youth in structured programs. Skilled in implementing age-appropriate activities, promoting social and emotional development, and maintaining a positive and inclusive environment in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)- CYP-4
Department of the Air Force – Youth Center
2023.05 - Current
- Provide care and supervision for children ages 5-12 in a structured and developmentally appropriate environment.
- Develop and implement daily lesson planning and documentation to support program curriculum goals that promote social, physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.
- Maintain accountability and supervision of children and staff to ensure safety and well-being at all times.
- Support individualized learning and behavior plans in coordination with lead teachers and program managers.
- Use positive guidance techniques to encourage appropriate behavior and foster self-regulation.
- Assist in serving meals and snacks following USDA guidelines.
- Maintain accurate attendance, accident, and progress records in compliance with DoD and installation regulations.
- Assist in training new staff on child care routines, safety protocols, and emergency procedures.
- Communicate daily with parents regarding child progress and behavioral updates.
- Ensure classrooms and play areas are clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
- Supervisor: Mallory Hylton, 208-828-2501- May Contact
Skills
- Child Development & Behavior Management
- Activity Planning & Implementation
- Communication & Parent Engagement
- Health, Safety, and Nutrition Standards
- Recordkeeping & Compliance through SETS and employee scheduling
- Team Collaboration and Training
- Curriculum planning
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certified – American Red Cross, 2025-02-04
- CPR and First Aid Trainer Certified – American Red Cross, 2026-03-02
- Food Handler’s Certification – 2025-05-16
- DoD CYPA Entry Level Training – Completed
Training
- Virtual Lab School- Related Modules and Trainings
- 15 courses completed with 95 out of 95 possible clocked hours completed.
- Relevant Coursework: Child Growth and Development, Early Childhood Curriculum, Health & Safety, Psychology of Learning
Awards & Recognition
Recognized by supervisors for dependable performance and positive rapport with children and families across six quarters for creativity, resilience, and mentorship.
Timeline
Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA)- CYP-4
Department of the Air Force – Youth Center
2023.05 - Current