What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant Stimulation Development Specialist position at Nurture & Nature ABA?
Infant Stimulation Development Specialist
$23.00–$29.00/hr (BA $23–$26 | MA $27–$29)
Compensation reflects education, infant-development experience, and relevant certifications.
Experience: Minimum 1 year supporting infants/toddlers in early intervention, child development, ABA, or related developmental services.
Consideration: Candidates with Denver Model / ESDM training or strong infant-development coursework preferred.
About Nurture & Nature ABA
Nurture & Nature ABA is a BCBA-owned, clinician-led organization focused on ethical, high-quality care and sustainable caseloads. We emphasize mentorship, transparency, and a collaborative culture where both clients and staff thrive. Our Infant Stimulation specialists are supported by experienced clinical supervisors who understand hands-on work with families and prioritize training, developmentally appropriate practice, and balanced service areas within a 20-mile radius.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
BCBA-Owned & Led: Ethical, collaborative leadership
Growth Mindset Culture: Mentorship, professional development & advancement
Balanced Caseloads: Quality over quantity — 20-mile service radius
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
\n- 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
- At Nurture & Nature ABA, the Early Sparks Infant Stimulation Program provides relationship-based early developmental support rooted in developmental science and naturalistic intervention principles.
- Sensory and motor development
- Caregiver coaching and connection
- Play-based learning based on the Denver Model/ESDM framework
- 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
- 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)
- Denver/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)
- Start Part-Time, with pathway to Full-Time based on availability and client needs
- Minimum 15 hours/week
- Sessions typically fall between 8:00 AM–6:00 PM based on infant and caregiver availability
- Must maintain stated availability for consistency with families
- Service area: In-home sessions within 20 miles of your primary home ZIP
- Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, and move with infants
- Lift up to 30 lbs
- Engage in active play and sensory-motor activities
What Our Incredible Clinical Team Is Saying:
"As a clinician-run organization, Nurture & Nature truly values developmentally informed, ethical care. Supervisors are hands-on, supportive, and committed to helping us grow. The culture is warm, collaborative, and family-centered — a place where clinicians feel appreciated and infants and caregivers receive high-quality, relationship-based support."
Salary : $23 - $29