Successfully demonstrate in-depth knowledge of: (1) Emergency procedures (2) Protection of childrens/youths health and safety (3) Child abuse recognition, reporting and prevention; positive guidance and redirection techniques; (4) Developmentally appropriate practice, e.g., activities planning and implementation, creating stimulating environments, observing children, positive adult to child/youth interaction; (5) Adult communication, e.g., assigns/delegates work to subordinates, models proper methods and provides guidance, conducts on-the-job instruction, performs parent conferences and develops rapport with parents; (6)Operational procedures, e.g., monitoring compliance with safety, health, security, and documentation process. 24 months (2 years) of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and an associate degree or at least 60 semester hours witha major course of study (24 credit hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university.