Clinic-Based Toddler Early Interventionist

Ascend-Rehab-In; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO and paid holidays

CEU reimbursement

Fringe reimbursement

Mileage and travel reimbursement

Mentorship and career support

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Ascend Rehab Services, Inc. in Hayward, CA is hiring an Early Interventionist / Infant Development Specialist (IDS) to support toddlers aged 18 to 36 months in a pediatric outpatient clinic and preschool setting, with a part time to full time schedule and an AM class from 8:30am to 1pm with flexibility.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (SLPs, OTs, IDSs) to provide direct instruction, developmentally appropriate activities, caregiver coaching, and documentation for IFSP goals,

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in early intervention (ages 0–3).
• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field (Master’s a plus).
• Strong knowledge of typical and atypical development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Spanish-speaking is a plus.
• Clinic or preschool experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction to toddlers in a clinic/preschool setting.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Conduct developmental assessments and write reports.
• Coach caregivers during sessions to support carryover of skills.
• Collaborate with other specialists and participate in team meetings.
• Contribute to IFSP goals and documentation.

Skills

Early Intervention

Caregiver coaching

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Ascend Rehab Services, Inc. in Hayward, CA is hiring an Early Interventionist / Infant Development Specialist (IDS) to support toddlers aged 18 to 36 months in a pediatric outpatient clinic and preschool setting, with a part time to full time schedule and an AM class from 8:30am to 1pm with flexibility.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (SLPs, OTs, IDSs) to provide direct instruction, developmentally appropriate activities, caregiver coaching, and documentation for IFSP goals,