Infant Stimulation Development Specialist
About The Position
We are seeking a warm, playful, and developmentally minded Infant Stimulation Development Specialist to provide early developmental intervention to infants ages 3–16 months. This role supports early communication, social engagement, sensory exploration, motor development, and caregiver–infant connection through relationship-based, naturalistic learning. As an Infant Stimulation Development Specialist, you will provide 1:1 infant stimulation sessions using Denver Model / ESDM-informed principles (warm affect, shared engagement, joint routines, naturalistic teaching). You will support development across social reciprocity & joint attention, gesture & vocal communication, imitation, object play, sensory exploration, fine & gross motor, and early cognition. You will follow the infant’s lead and embed learning into daily routines and play, coach caregivers using strengths-based, routines-based strategies, collect simple developmental data and engagement indicators, and implement individualized goals under BCBA/Clinical Supervisor guidance. You will also maintain a culturally responsive, family-centered environment. At Nurture & Nature ABA, the Early Sparks Infant Stimulation Program provides relationship-based early developmental support rooted in developmental science and naturalistic intervention principles. We focus on early communication and engagement, sensory and motor development, caregiver coaching and connection, and play-based learning based on the Denver Model/ESDM framework.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Infant Development, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Developmental Psychology, or a closely related field
- Experience supporting infants/toddlers (0–3) in early intervention, infant stimulation, child development, ABA, or ESDM
- Minimum 1 year supporting infants or toddlers in early intervention, child development, ABA, or related developmental services.
- Strong understanding of developmental milestones (birth–16 months)
- Reliable transportation for in-home/community visits
- Ability to pass DOJ/FBI background checks and TB testing
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
Nice To Haves
- Denver Model / ESDM training or coursework
- Experience coaching caregivers
- Bilingual (Spanish, ASL, or other languages commonly spoken by families)
- Familiarity with early-intervention data collection
- Knowledge of naturalistic teaching, play-based developmental strategies
- Experience with caregiver–infant routines-based practice
- Strong communication and cultural responsiveness
- Interest in career growth (RBT, ESDM certification, infant development specialization)
Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 infant stimulation sessions using Denver Model / ESDM-informed principles (warm affect, shared engagement, joint routines, naturalistic teaching)
- Support development across: Social reciprocity & joint attention, Gesture & vocal communication, Imitation, Object play, Sensory exploration, Fine & gross motor, Early cognition
- Follow the infant’s lead and embed learning into daily routines and play
- Coach caregivers using strengths-based, routines-based strategies
- Collect simple developmental data and engagement indicators
- Implement individualized goals under BCBA/Clinical Supervisor guidance
- Maintain a culturally responsive, family-centered environment
Benefits
- Tuition Discount: Partnership with The Chicago School
- Approved Practicum Site: Pepperdine University & Cal State Northridge
- Wellness Reimbursement: Annual allowance for self-care
- Phone & Admin Stipends
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (70% employer-paid)
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- Mileage & Drive Time Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts (3,600+ companies)
- Conference Attendance & Professional Development Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
