Early Interventionist/ Infant Development Specialist (EI/IDS), Clinic Based

ascendrehabservices; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO and paid holidays

CEU/study group reimbursement

Mileage and travel time reimbursement

Paid mentorship and career support

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Ascend Rehab Services, Inc. in Hayward, CA, is seeking an Early Interventionist / Infant Development Specialist (IDS) to support toddlers ages 18 to 36 months with developmental delays in a pediatric outpatient clinic and preschool setting.

The role offers part-time to full-time hours with an AM class from 8:30am to 1pm and opportunities for growth within a multidisciplinary team of SLPs, OTs, and IDSs. Fluency in Spanish is a plus as part of their diverse patient base.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in early intervention (ages 0–3)
• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, ECE, Special Education, or related field (Master’s 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

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Spanish-speaking (nice to have)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development / ECE / Special Education

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

About Us:
Ascend Rehab Services, Inc. is a woman-led, multidisciplinary company serving children across Northern California since 2004. We are proud to partner with the Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) to deliver high-quality early intervention services. At Ascend, every day holds the possibility of a miracle, and we strive to grow, learn, and thrive just like the children we support.

Overview:
Ascend Rehab Services is hiring an experienced and passionate Early Interventionist / Infant Development Specialist (IDS) to join our team in Hayward, CA. This position is based in a pediatric outpatient clinic and preschool setting—not home-based—and focuses on supporting toddlers ages 18 to 36 months with developmental delays. The ideal candidate would start on a part time to full time basis with our AM class between 8:30am - 1pm but there is flexiblity.

You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (SLPs, OTs, IDSs) to provide services that promote developmental milestones through direct instruction and caregiver coaching. If you want a meaningful, team-oriented role with growth potential, join us!

Key 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

Requirements:

• 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

Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $50,000–$85,000/year
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO and paid holidays
• CEU/study group reimbursement
• Fringe reimbursement (phone, internet, etc.)
• Mileage and travel time reimbursement (if applicable)
• Paid mentorship and career support
• Employee referral bonuses
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