Child Development Specialist

Child Development Specialist (Part Time) - Burbank, Alhambra, Altadena, Glendale, La Canada Flintridge, La Crescenta, Montrose, Pasadena, Rosemead, and surrounding areas.
Pay: $26-$30/hour.

At Positive Development we believe every child deserves the chance to grow, learn, and thrive. Our team works with children who have autism or other developmental differences, helping them build important life skills through fun and engaging activities.

As a Play-Based Autism Professional (also referred to as a Developmental Paraprofessional), you will:

• Work one‑on‑one with children to help them develop communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Use play and conversation to teach and reinforce skills, helping children grow in their ability to think, create, communicate, and connect meaningfully with others.
• Document session notes and progress toward goals.
• Collaborate directly with clinicians and supervisors to gain skills and allow for career growth.

• A passion for working with children and teens and helping them grow.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Experience working with children; experience with autism is a plus.
• Applicable roles:
  Teacher Assistants, Camp Counselors, Childcare Specialists, Special Education Teachers/Paraprofessionals, Direct Support Professionals, Behavioral Technicians, and Personal Caregivers.
• Patience, empathy and enthusiasm for working with neurodivergent children and adolescents.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least one year of experience working with children.
• Great communication and people skills; you’ll work closely with children, their families, and teammates.
• Reliability and commitment to a consistent schedule.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation within a 30–40‑minute drive radius.
• Ability to complete certain physical tasks: lift and carry up to 40 pounds; position body with clients, including sitting, kneeling, or crouching; respond to client needs quickly to ensure safety and well‑being.

• Pay range: $26–$30 per hour, based on experience and education.
• Predictable schedules: part‑time roles with flexible 2‑, 3‑, or 5‑day‑per‑week options.
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.

• Introducing a new highly successful model of autism care that requires relational interventions and fewer hours in session to improve clinical outcomes.
• Hands‑on support and coaching from expert clinicians and supervisors.
• Opportunities for role progression and hourly pay rate increases after six months.
• Potential for credentialing in Developmental Relationship‑Based Intervention.
• Paid new‑hire training (20 hours) and ongoing opportunities for additional learning.
• Periodic bonuses for successful completion of clinical campaigns.

• Referral bonus $1,000 for successful staff referrals.
• Monthly technology stipend to offset cellphone or Wi‑Fi charges.
• Paid drive time between clients and mileage reimbursement at IRS rate.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (available for full‑time roles).
• Generous time off: flex days offered for part‑time employees in exchange for federal holidays.

Positive Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
* Matches with clients are contingent upon clearing a background check and successful completion of training.