Home-Based Autism Development Coach (Part-Time)

Positive Development; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Monthly technology stipend

Paid drive time + mileage

Paid training

Recommendation letters

Job summary

Positive Development seeks a Child Development Specialist in Moorpark, CA. This part-time role involves working one-on-one with autistic children in home-based or center-based settings to build communication and daily living skills through play and structured activities.

You will be coached by experienced clinicians, track progress, and contribute to a validated care model. A related bachelor's degree and a driver’s license are required, with evening/weekend availability preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• At least 1 year of volunteer or working experience with children is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Build communication, social, and daily living skills through play, conversation, and shared activities.
• Create meaningful connections that help children think, create, and engage with the world.
• Follow a relationship-based intervention model designed to achieve strong outcomes with fewer session hours.
• Track progress by documenting session notes and goal outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with clinicians and supervisors to build clinical skills and confidence.
• Learn how evidence-based developmental care works in real life, not just in textbooks.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Positive Development seeks a Child Development Specialist in Moorpark, CA. This part-time role involves working one-on-one with autistic children in home-based or center-based settings to build communication and daily living skills through play and structured activities.

You will be coached by experienced clinicians, track progress, and contribute to a validated care model. A related bachelor's degree and a driver’s license are required, with evening/weekend availability preferred.