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Positive Development · 11 hours ago

Child Development Specialist

Bell Canyon, CA

Part-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$26/hr - $30/hr

1+ years exp

Positive Development is dedicated to helping children grow and thrive through focused, one-on-one interactions. The Child Development Specialist will work directly with autistic children to build essential skills while receiving support and mentorship from experienced clinicians.

ChildrenFamilyHealth CareWellness

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

Qualification

Bachelor's degreeChildrenCommunication skillsPatienceEmpathyEnthusiasmReliability

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 1 year of volunteer or working experience with children required

Valid driver's license + reliable transportation (30–40 min drive radius)

Ability to complete physical tasks, including: Playing on the floor/ground for up to two-three hours per session, Lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs, Sitting, kneeling, crouching, or moving quickly to ensure child safety

Strong communication skills and professionalism with families and teammates

Benefits

$1000 Referral Bonus

Monthly Technology Stipend

Paid drive time (Admin rate) + mileage reimbursement (IRS rate) between clients only

Paid training

Strong performers may request letters of recommendation for graduate or professional programs

Company

Positive Development

Positive Development is improving lives by helping develop the skills to connect with one’s self, family, and community.

Founded in 2019

Mclean, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.positivedevelopment.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$146.69M

Key Investors

aMoon Fund,B CapitalHealthworx

2026-01-13Debt Financing· $45M

2025-08-05Series C· $51.5M

2024-06-07Series B· $10M

Leadership Team

Josh Willeford

Chief Financial Officer

Kate Rollins

Chief Clinical Officer

Recent News

FinSMEs

Positive Development Secures $45M Growth Debt Facility

2026-01-16

Bizjournals.com Feed (2025-11-12 15:43:17)

McLean’s Positive Development secures $45M in new funding for autism therapy expansion

2026-01-16

Business Wire

Positive Development Secures $45 Million Growth Facility to Expand Access to Developmental Therapy and Autism Diagnostics Nationwide

2026-01-15

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