Autism-Focused Child Development Coach

Positive Development; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$1000 Referral Bonus

Monthly Technology Stipend

Paid drive time (Admin rate) + mileage

Paid training

Letters of recommendation for grad/pro

Job summary

Positive Development seeks a Child Development Specialist to work one-on-one with children in their homes and center-based settings, building communication, social, and daily living skills through play and shared activities.

You will foster meaningful connections, follow a relationship-based intervention model, and document outcomes while collaborating with clinicians to grow clinically. Ideal for students with flexible, part-time schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 1 year of volunteer or working experience with children.
• Valid driver’s license + reliable transportation (30–40 min drive radius).
• Ability to complete physical tasks, including playing on the floor for up to two-three hours per session and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Strong communication skills and professionalism with families and teammates.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Positive Development seeks a Child Development Specialist to work one-on-one with children in their homes and center-based settings, building communication, social, and daily living skills through play and shared activities.

You will foster meaningful connections, follow a relationship-based intervention model, and document outcomes while collaborating with clinicians to grow clinically. Ideal for students with flexible, part-time schedules.