About the job
Title: Child Development Specialist
Work Location: Hamilton, 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 children with the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive. We also value the potential in every emerging professional, offering a chance to engage in meaningful work that cultivates essential skills for the future.
Our approach focuses on working one-on-one with autistic children, facilitating the development of their communication, social, and daily living skills through engaging, play-based, and relationship-centered interactions.
Why This Role is Unique:
This position is not about mere observation; it’s an active role where you will coach, connect, and foster growth in children. The experience gained here is invaluable for careers in:
Psychology
Social Work
Occupational Therapy
Speech Language Pathology
Education and Special Education
Counseling
Medicine and Health
This role is incredibly rewarding, yet demands patience, emotional maturity, and a steadfast commitment. You will receive ongoing support from experienced clinicians and supervisors dedicated to fostering your professional development.
We are particularly eager to connect with candidates who are:
Passionate about working with children and teens
Curious about human development and learning
Patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic
Reliable and dedicated to maintaining a consistent schedule (children thrive on stability!)
Comfortable interacting with families in a home-based environment
Ideal candidates may include: education majors, psychology students, pre-med and nursing students, among others.
