Developmental Specialist

4 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Playtime Developmental Therapy, Inc. Full time

The primary role of the Developmental Specialist position is to serve as a therapeutic-educational liaison supporting a neurodivergent child in the private, mainstream educational setting.

**Primary Responsibilities**
- Provide 1:1 support to a child in a school setting using a neurodiversity-affirming lens.
- Collaborate with school team, as well as clinical team and family, and take lead on developing individual support plans (ISPs) as needed (may include verbal and/or written communication.)
- Implement accommodations and modifications during classes and activities throughout the school day to ensure academic and social success.
- Support social interactions with peers during play-based opportunities.
- Participation in weekly reflective supervision with supervisor.
- Orientation and ongoing training on the DIR/Floortime and Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health practices.

Additional opportunities
- One-on-one developmental therapy, in home
- or school-based environments, utilizing DIR/Floortime and Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health practices.

This may include collaboration with additional team members through team meetings, and verbal and written communication.

**Qualifications**

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required. Child development, Neurodiversity, DIR/Floortime, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, or Early Childhood Education experience preferred.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Contract

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

- Chicago, IL (required)

Work Location: In person

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