Bilingual DIR Floortime Player (Spanish) - Paterson

Kinder Growth Therapy; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Paid mileage between sessions

Weekly mentorship and supervision

DIRFloortime training reimbursement

Job summary

Kinder Growth Therapy seeks a compassionate DIRFloortime therapist for in-home sessions across New Jersey. You will provide 1:1 DIRFloortime therapy to autistic children, building strong relationships through play and collecting session data with a phone or tablet. Supervisors will offer ongoing support.

Ideal candidates are bilingual (Spanish-English), have reliable transportation, and can pass background checks. Preferred: bachelor’s degree in related field and DIRFloortime experience.

Qualifications

• Requires bilingual Spanish and English fluency.
• Reliable transportation to clients' homes.
• Ability to engage physically with children (play on floor).
• Pass Federal and State background checks and present valid ID.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 DIRFloortime therapy to autistic children.
• Build trusting relationships through emotionally attuned play.
• Collect session data using a mobile device.
• Collaborate with and receive supervision from credentialed supervisors.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish-English)

Reliable transportation

Engage physically with children

Education

Bachelor's degree in education/psychology/child development

DIRFloortime experience (preferred)

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 checks
• Valid 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.