Bilingual DIR Floortime Player (Spanish)

Kinder Growth Therapy; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Mileage reimbursement

Weekly mentorship and supervision

DIRFloortime training reimbursement

Health insurance available for full‑/p

Job summary

Kinder Growth Therapy seeks compassionate therapists to provide DIRFloortime-based, 1:1 therapy to autistic children in in-home sessions. Sessions are typically after school or evenings, with weekend options, and you’ll build strong relationships through attuned play.

You’ll use a phone or tablet to collect light data and collaborate with experienced supervisors, enjoying flexible hours and supportive mentorship in a growing field.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and ability to meet clients at homes.
• Ability to engage physically with children (e.g., playing on the floor).
• Working phone or tablet to collect session data.
• Ability to pass Federal and State background checks and provide valid ID.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 DIRFloortime therapy to autistic children.
• Build strong, trusting relationships through attuned play.
• Collect light session data using your phone or tablet.
• Collaborate with credentialed supervisors for ongoing support.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Child engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Phone or tablet for data collection

Job description

About Kinder Growth

At Kinder Growth, we are dedicated to helping children with autism build meaningful, strong, and joyful relationships with those around them. We support each child in unlocking their potential, bringing forth a happier, more engaged child.

We take tremendous pride in our collaborative and supportive work environment. Employee happiness, professional growth, and open communication are the pillars of our team culture. We know that when our staff thrives, so do the families we serve.

Start your journey with us today!

Job Highlights

• Job Type: Part-time
• Schedule: Flexible (primarily weekday afternoons & evenings, plus optional weekends)
• Pay: Competitive hourly rate
• Location: In-home sessions (clients matched within 30 minutes of your location)
• Caseload: Build gradually to fit your availability

Responsibilities

• Provide playful, 1:1 DIRFloortime therapy to autistic children
• Build strong, trusting relationships through emotionally attuned play
• Collect light session data using your phone or tablet
• Collaborate with and receive ongoing support from credentialed supervisors

Requirements:

• Reliable transportation
• Ability to engage physically with children (e.g., playing on the floor)
• Working phone or tablet to collect session data
• Ability to pass Federal and State background checksValid form of ID
• Bilingual (Spanish-English)

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field (education, psychology, child development, etc.)
• Preferred: Experience with the DIRFloortime® model

Experience (1+ year required)

• Childcare (babysitting, daycare, preschool teacher, assistant teacher)
• Special education (educational settings, special needs)
• Developmental intervention (early intervention)
• Autism interventions (RBT/Behavioral technician, autism support specialist, ABA therapist, other DIRFloortime experience

Benefits

• Flexible hours — build a schedule that fits your life
• No long commutes — clients matched within your area
• Paid mileage between client sessions
• Weekly mentorship and supervision
• DIRFloortime training reimbursement
• Growth opportunities in a dynamic and rewarding field
• Health insurance available for full-time employees

Schedule

• We ask each employee and family to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week, with sessions typically lasting 2–3 hours per day.
• Most sessions take place after school (between 3–8 PM on weekdays) and anytime on weekends.

Apply today and help us bring joy and growth to children through play!