ABA Learning Center Manager

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc.; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc. is seeking a Center Services Manager to lead center-based programming and support RBTs and instructors in a collaborative, child-focused environment.

This hands-on leadership role emphasizes practical coaching, scheduling, and program delivery. The ideal candidate has experience as a Behavior Technician or similar, a Bachelor’s degree in ABA or BCaBA, and a passion for teamwork with children and families.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Experience in ABA or related field
• Experience working with children and supporting a team
• Comfortable taking initiative in a busy environment
• Passion for creating positive experiences for children and families
• Flexibility for evenings, weekends, or community programs

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engaging group activities and center-based programming (includes seasonal summer program)
• Support RBTs and Instructors with day-to-day implementation and problem-solving
• Provide coaching, feedback, and mentorship to Instructors and Lead Instructors
• Coordinate the daily center schedule and keep programming running smoothly
• Assist with breaks, transitions, room assignments, and center flow
• Collaborate with Program Directors and center leadership to support high-quality services

Education

Bachelor's degree in ABA or BCaBA

Job description

The FirstSteps Team is inspired by the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. To that end, our mission is twofold: to provide the best evidence-based, behavior analytic treatment to our children diagnosed with autism and related learning differences, and to offer a positive, collaborative, and dynamic work experience for our team. We are steadfastly committedto 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.

Lead the Center. Support the Team. Create Great Experiences for Kids.

The Center Services Manager is a hands-on leader who helps bring the FirstSteps center experience to life (This is not a BCBA caseload position)

You’ll oversee group activities, enrichment and summer programs, center routines, and RBT support, while helping create an organized, engaging environment where children can learn, play, and thrive.

This is a great fit for someone who loves working with children and teams, enjoys being in the middle of the action, and is ready to take on more leadership responsibility.

This is a center-based leadership and program support role.

You will:

• Lead and support engaging group activities and center-based programming (includes seasonal summer program)
• Support RBTs and Instructors with day-to-day implementation and problem-solving
• Provide coaching, feedback, and mentorship to Instructors and Lead Instructors
• Help coordinate the daily center schedule and keep programming running smoothly
• Support breaks, transitions, room assignments, and center flow
• Collaborate with Program Directors and center leadership to support high-quality services

What We're Looking For

• Strong performance in a Behavior Technician or similar role
• Bachelor's degree with relevant experience in ABA, or BCaBA
• Experience working with children and supporting a team
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Someone who is comfortable taking initiative and solving problems in a busy environment
• A genuine passion for creating positive experiences for children and families
• Flexibility to support occasional evening, weekend, summer, or community programs

Why FirstSteps?

At FirstSteps, our centers are more than places where services happen. They're places where children build skills, friendships, confidence, and independence.As a Center Services Manager, you help create that experience every day.

Salary: $27-$31/hour, depending on experience

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