Early Childhood Teacher | Apply Your Skills Towards Career in ABA

About the role

FirstSteps Team is inspired by the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. Our mission is twofold: to provide the best evidence-based, behavior analytic treatment to children diagnosed with autism and related learning differences, and to offer a positive, collaborative, and dynamic work experience for our team. We are steadfastly committed to ongoing training and mentorship of our employees, always motivated to support the next generation of clinical leaders in our field and at FirstSteps. Our greatest reward is witnessing the rapid and joyful learning of our little ones and knowing that together, we are creating more happy days for the kids and families we serve. For more information about FirstSteps for Kids, we encourage you to visit our website at www.firststepsforkids.com.

Responsibilities

• Use your existing skills in a one‑on‑one, play‑based environment.
• Help children with autism build communication, social, independence, and everyday life skills.
• Learn the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis through paid training, hands‑on mentorship, and ongoing support from experienced clinicians.
• Build new clinical skills while continuing to help children learn and grow.
• Contribute to a role that can lead to greater clinical responsibility, leadership, and professional growth.

Requirements

• Experience working with young children (e.g., preschool teacher, Montessori guide, early childhood educator, teaching assistant, or hands‑on experience helping young children grow).
• No prior ABA experience required; willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Ability to connect with children, help them learn, and celebrate their progress.
• Teaching skills and a genuine passion for working with kids.

Skills

• Ability to connect with children