About the job
Our Mission
Positive Development works to ensure every child has the chance to grow, learn, and thrive. The team also values meaningful work for emerging professionals, offering roles that help build essential skills for future careers.
Specialists focus on one-on-one sessions with autistic children, supporting their communication, social, and daily living skills. The approach centers on engaging, play-based, and relationship-driven methods.
What Makes This Role Different
This is not a typical "observe and assist" job. Child Development Specialists actively coach, connect with, and support children’s growth. The experience gained is directly relevant for those considering careers in:
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Language Pathology
- Education and Special Education
- Counseling
- Medicine and Health
The work is highly rewarding and calls for patience, emotional maturity, and dedication. Ongoing support comes from experienced clinicians and supervisors who are committed to your professional development.
Who Thrives Here
Positive Development is looking for candidates who are:
- Motivated to work with children and adolescents
- Curious about human development and learning
- Patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic
- Dependable and able to maintain a consistent schedule (children benefit from routine)
- Comfortable working directly with families in their homes
Backgrounds that often fit well include education majors, psychology students, pre-med and nursing students, aspiring occupational and speech therapists, behavior technicians, camp counselors, teacher’s assistants, childcare providers, direct support professionals, and caregivers.
What You Will Do
As a Child Development Specialist, the role centers on nurturing and guiding children, helping them develop skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
