Part-Time
Child Development Specialist
Paid Training & Career Growth
Posted on 9/10/2026
FirstSteps for Kids
51-200 employees
Delivers family-centered ABA therapy for children
Compensation Overview
$23/hr
Redondo Beach, CA, USA
In Person
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- Professional experience helping children learn and grow, such as experience as a preschool teacher, Montessori guide, or early childhood educator.
- Willingness to learn applied behavior analysis principles through paid training and hands-on mentorship.
- Work one-on-one with children with autism in a supportive, play-based environment.
- Help children build communication, social, independence, and everyday life skills.
FirstSteps for Kids provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) intervention programs for children with Autism, PDD, Asperger’s syndrome, and related disorders. They design individualized, family-centered treatment plans after an initial assessment and deliver services in Learning Villages (their centers), at the child’s home, and at school with instructors who support learning and behavior change. The program works by using ABA techniques to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors through personalized plans and close collaboration with families. The company differentiates itself by offering customized plans across multiple settings (center-based, home, and school) and by working with many insurance providers, making services accessible through private pay and insurance claims. Its goal is to help children develop essential skills, improve behavior, and support families in everyday life and school environments.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Hermosa Beach, California
Founded
2005
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Revelio Labs said March 2026 headcount reached 346, up 18.8% since 2023.
- FirstSteps posted 51 jobs in 2026, up 55%, showing active expansion.
- September 2026 vacancies across Redondo Beach, Walnut Creek, and Calabasas support near-term growth.
What critics are saying
- NLRB case 21-RM-373046 opened September 9, 2025, signaling unionization pressure.
- Indeed reviewers in March 2026 cited communication gaps toward instructors, hinting execution problems.
- Behavior-tech recruiting remains heavy in 2026, suggesting turnover and margin stress if staffing slips.
What makes FirstSteps for Kids unique
- Founded 2005, FirstSteps for Kids offers ABA across centers, homes, and schools.
- Its Learning Villages and family-centered treatment plans deepen parent engagement and continuity.
- Multi-county presence in Los Angeles, Contra Costa, and Ventura broadens referral reach.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Professional Development Budget
Employee Referral Bonus
Wellness Program
Access to discounted Pet Insurance