About the job
Position: Child Development Specialist
Work Location: Freehold, NJ
Job Type: Part-time
Compensation: $22-$28 per hour
Our Mission:
Make a meaningful impact. Develop essential skills. Join us in our journey.
At Positive Development, we are dedicated to ensuring every child has the opportunity to grow, learn, and flourish. We also believe that every aspiring professional deserves fulfilling work that cultivates valuable skills for their future.
Our approach involves one-on-one interactions with autistic children, focusing on enhancing their communication, social, and daily living skills through engaging play and meaningful relationships.
What Sets This Role Apart:
This position goes beyond mere observation; you will actively coach, connect with, and empower children to grow. The experience gained here is invaluable for careers in:
Psychology
Social Work
Occupational Therapy
Speech Language Pathology
Education and Special Education
Counseling
Health and Medicine
This role is rewarding yet demands patience, emotional intelligence, and dedication. You will receive comprehensive support from seasoned clinicians and supervisors who prioritize your professional development.
We are particularly eager to meet candidates who are:
Enthusiastic about working with children and adolescents
Inquisitive about human growth and learning processes
Patient, empathetic, and energetic
Dependable and committed to a consistent schedule (children rely on routine!)
Comfortable working directly with families in home settings
Ideal candidates include those majoring in education, psychology, pre-med, nursing, or related fields.
