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Owasso, OK · On-site

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As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for child development in the United States is $19.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in Child Development roles, a background in early childhood education, child psychology, or a related field is essential, often accompanied by relevant degrees or certifications such as a CDA (Child Development Associate) credential. Familiarity with educational assessment tools, curriculum planning software, and child behavior observation systems is commonly required. Strong communication, patience, creativity, and the ability to build trusting relationships with children and families make professionals stand out. These skills and qualifications are vital for fostering healthy growth, learning, and emotional well-being in young children.

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A Child Development job involves working with children to support their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth. Professionals in this field may work as teachers, childcare providers, social workers, or developmental specialists. They observe and assess children's progress, develop age-appropriate activities, and provide guidance to families. These jobs often require knowledge of child psychology, education, and developmental milestones.

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What do you do in child development?

A child development professional works to support the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth of children through assessments, activities, and interventions. They often collaborate with families, educators, and healthcare providers, and may use tools like developmental screenings to monitor progress. Certification or specialized training in early childhood development is typically required.

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Child development is a rewarding career that involves supporting children's growth, learning, and well-being. It often requires a relevant degree or certification, strong communication skills, and patience, with job opportunities available in schools, daycare centers, and social services. The field offers opportunities for specialization and career advancement based on experience and education.
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Infographic showing various Child Development job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,005 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Child Development Specialist

Buonora Child Development Center

Reseda, CA • On-site

$24 - $36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

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Job description:

Buonora Child Development Centers?is currently seeking a joyous and skilled?Child Development Specialist?to join our team. The ideal candidate maximizes the potential of each child by working collaboratively with the child and parent/caregiver to develop a plan that guides them to meet their developmental goals and milestones. The child development specialist aids and supports families in identifying specific concerns, priorities, and resources, while providing an individualized approach for each child and family to ensure a comprehensive program.

Requirements:

General Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Establish individualized goals and a plan of care for each child and family that are directly related to their individual needs.
  • Facilitate play-based activities to enhance all developmental areas
  • Support families and children who possess various diagnoses, needs, disabilities, and developmental delays.
  • Educate / “coach” a child's family members to be more adept at accommodating and caring for their child effectively
  • Regularly and accurately document child’s growth and development and submit progress reports when needed
  • Schedule sessions with child and family and maintain consistency

Job Expectations and Requirements:

  • Have clear knowledge of developmental domains
  • Proficient skills with Microsoft Suite (able to utilize scheduling and spreadsheet software)
  • Bilingual Spanish speaking applicants preferred but not required
  • Approach learning opportunities openly and respect the mentoring of senior positions.
  • Physical ability to adapt to children’s environment
  • Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability

Required Educational and Field Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or in the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree.
  • 12 units in early child development preferred
  • 3-6 units in early intervention or children with special needs preferred
  • 1+ years of field experience – preferred

Minimum Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, crouch, kneel, crawl, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed to safely support young children.
  • Ability to actively participate in floor-based play, outdoor activities, transitions, and caregiving routines.

Additional Requirements:

  • Pass a criminal background check, including fingerprint/live scan screening and child abuse index clearance.
  • Complete TB clearance and health screening requirements.
  • Maintain all required immunizations.
  • Complete Mandated Reporter Training for childcare providers.
  • Maintain current pediatric CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Provide valid identification, Social Security card, and any other employment documents required by the program.

Join us as we set out to make a positive impact in our community and the lives of the children and families that we serve. We look forward to hearing from you!



Full-Time Employee Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance


We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.


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