Bilingual Child Development Specialist (English/Spanish)

About the role

At Positive Development we work one-on-one with autistic children, helping them build communication, social, and daily living skills through play-based, relationship-focused interactions. This isn’t a passive “observe and assist” job. You’ll actively coach, connect, and help children grow while gaining experience that’s highly relevant for careers in psychology, social work, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, education and special education, counseling, and medicine/health.

What you’ll do

• Work one-on-one with children in their homes and/or center-based settings to build communication, social, and daily living skills through play, conversation, and shared activities
• Create meaningful connections that help children think, create, and engage with the world
• Follow a relationship-based intervention model designed to achieve strong outcomes with fewer session hours
• Track progress by documenting session notes and goal outcomes
• Collaborate closely with clinicians and supervisors to build clinical skills and confidence
• Learn how evidence-based developmental care works in real life, not just in textbooks

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 1 year of volunteer or working experience with children
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (30–40 min drive radius)
• Ability to complete physical tasks, including:
  • Playing on the floor/ground for up to two–three hours per session
  • Lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs
  • Sitting, kneeling, crouching, or moving quickly to ensure child safety
• Strong communication skills and professionalism with families and teammates

Pay

• Direct Pay: $26–$30/hour (based on experience and education)
• Training / Admin Pay: $20/hour

Schedule

• Part-time schedules: 3, 4, or 5 days per week Monday–Friday (most available hours 3 pm–8 pm)
• Or Saturday and Sunday (most available hours 9 am–3 pm)
• Paid drive time + mileage reimbursement (IRS rate) between clients

Training, growth, and career development

• Paid New Hire Training
• Ongoing coaching and mentorship from expert clinicians
• Opportunities for role progression, pay increases, and performance bonuses
• Exposure to a cutting-edge model of autism care with measurable outcomes

Benefits and perks

• $1,000 referral bonus
• Monthly technology stipend
• Paid drive time at admin rate + mileage reimbursement between clients
• Paid training
• Strong performers may request letters of recommendation for graduate or professional programs