Location
Burlingame, California
Salary
$28 - $33 / HOUR
The Developmental Specialist guides children through play-based learning activities while maintaining a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom environment. They collaborate with the teaching team to document student progress and build strong, supportive partnerships with families.
Candidates should have experience teaching children ages 2-5 and possess or be working towards an associate or bachelor's degree. While 12 core ECE units are preferred, the organization provides support to help staff obtain these requirements.
Learning Links Preschool, of AbilityPath, is hiring for Developmental Specialist. MAKE GROWTH YOUR MISSION — JOIN THE LEARNING LINKS TEACHING TEAM! Together We Grow Are you an energetic, creative educator who loves sparking curiosity and supporting every child’s journey? At Learning Links, you’ll join a team that values your ideas, celebrates your strengths, and partners with you to help children and families thrive.
What Makes Learning Links Special: Low teacher-to-child ratios for meaningful connections Research-backed curriculum and hands-on activities Daily communication and teamwork with families A culture of inclusion, innovation, flexibility, and genuine care Opportunities for professional growth and recognition Learning Links is part of AbilityPath, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting people of all abilities. Our promise: to walk beside families and educators, offering expert, personalized support in a truly welcoming environment. Ready to grow your career and make a difference every day? ABOUT THE ROLE – What we value: Engage and Inspire: Guide children through fun and educational activities, helping to spark their curiosity and creativity. Classroom Environment: Create a warm, organized, and engaging classroom atmosphere that stimulates learning and social-emotional well-being. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Interest and commitment to working with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Foster a Safe and Welcoming Space: Ensure the health and safety of all children, including allergy awareness and adherence to licensing standards. Team Collaboration: Work closely with teaching team to develop child-centered and play-based curriculum, ensuring it meets the diverse needs of our students. Care with Compassion: Attend to each child's individual needs, including personal care tasks and promoting self-help skills to foster independence and confidence.
Market context
In California, developmental specialist roles are often tied to early intervention and preschool support settings, where employers look for candidates with child development training and assessment experience. This role is competitive because it combines a BA, a valid Associate Teacher Permit, and hands-on familiarity with ABA practices and tools like ASQ and Battelle. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm permit status and assessment experience before applying, saving research time from the original job description.
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