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Child Development Specialist

Positive DevelopmentHackensack, NJ
On-site Part-time $22/hr - $28/hr

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Experience Level

Entry Level

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, candidates should demonstrate:Strong communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively with children and familiesFlexibility and adaptability in various situationsWillingness to learn and implement new strategies

About the job

Title: Child Development Specialist

Work Location: Hackensack, NJ

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22-$28 per hour

Our Mission:

Make a real impact. Build real skills. Grow with us.

At Positive Development, we are dedicated to empowering every child to grow, learn, and thrive, while providing meaningful opportunities for professionals to cultivate essential skills for their future careers.

We engage directly with autistic children, fostering their communication, social, and daily living skills through interactive, play-based, and relationship-focused methods.

Why This Role is Unique:

This is not just a role of observation; you will actively coach and support children in their development while gaining invaluable experience that is relevant for careers in:

  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Speech Language Pathology
  • Education and Special Education
  • Counseling
  • Medicine and Health

This fulfilling work demands patience, emotional intelligence, and dedication. You will receive guidance from seasoned clinicians and supervisors who are committed to your professional growth.

We are particularly eager to connect with candidates who are:

  • Enthusiastic about working with children and adolescents
  • Curious about human development and learning processes
  • Patient, empathetic, and passionate
  • Reliable and able to maintain a consistent schedule (children thrive on consistency!)
  • Comfortable working directly with families in a home-based environment

Ideal candidates include those studying Education, Psychology, Pre-Med, Nursing, or related fields.

About Positive Development

Positive Development is committed to creating a supportive environment where every child is given the tools to succeed, while also nurturing the professional development of our team members.

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