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

Ascend Rehab Services, Inc.; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

PTO and paid holidays

Mileage and travel time reimbursement

Job summary

Ascend Rehab Services, Inc. in Hayward, CA is seeking an experienced Early Interventionist / Infant Development Specialist to support toddlers aged 18 to 36 months in a pediatric outpatient clinic and preschool setting. Part-time to full-time with an AM class from 8:30am to 1pm, with flexible scheduling.

You will collaborate with SLPs, OTs, and IDSs to promote development through direct instruction and caregiver coaching, contributing to IFSP goals and comprehensive documentation.

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

Experience requirements

Communication skills

Spanish language (plus)

Knowledge of development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field

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

• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Mileage and travel time reimbursement (if applicable)