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Sunny Days Early Childhood Developmental Services

$75 - $85/hr

To continue as a leading Early Intervention Provider, Sunny Days is always looking for motivated and skilled practitioners to join our team. Sunny Days has a diverse offering of Early Intervention ...

Sunny Days Early Childhood Developmental Services

$65 - $75/hr

To continue as a leading Early Intervention Provider, Sunny Days is always looking for motivated and skilled practitioners to join our team. Sunny Days has a diverse offering of Early Intervention ...

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How much do early intervention practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for early intervention practitioner in the United States is $130,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an early intervention practitioner?

An Early Intervention Practitioner is a professional who works with young children, typically from birth to age five, who have developmental delays or disabilities. They assess children's needs, create intervention plans, and provide support to families to promote the child's development in areas such as communication, motor skills, and social-emotional growth. Early Intervention Practitioners often collaborate with other health, education, and social care professionals to ensure the child receives comprehensive support. Their goal is to help children reach their full potential as early as possible, often through play-based and family-centered approaches.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an early intervention practitioner, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Early Intervention Practitioner, you need a background in child development, social work, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree and professional registration. Familiarity with assessment tools, case management systems, and early intervention frameworks is typically required. Strong communication, empathy, and collaborative skills enable practitioners to build trust with families and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams. These skills are essential for providing timely, effective support that promotes positive outcomes for children and their families.

What are some common challenges early intervention practitioners face when working with families, and how are these typically addressed?

Early Intervention Practitioners often encounter challenges such as building trust with families, navigating diverse cultural backgrounds, and addressing varying levels of family engagement. These challenges are commonly addressed through strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and regular collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Practitioners also participate in ongoing professional development to stay informed about best practices, ensuring they can provide tailored support to each family’s unique needs.

What is the difference between Early Intervention Practitioner vs Speech-Language Pathologist?

AspectEarly Intervention PractitionerSpeech-Language Pathologist
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant associate's or bachelor's degree, certification in early interventionRequires a master's degree in speech-language pathology and state licensure
Work EnvironmentHome visits, early childhood centers, community settingsClinics, schools, hospitals, private practice
Employer & IndustryEarly childhood programs, local health departments, non-profitsHealthcare facilities, schools, private practices

While both roles focus on supporting children's development, Early Intervention Practitioners primarily work in community and home settings with young children and their families, often with less specialized training. Speech-Language Pathologists have advanced degrees and focus specifically on diagnosing and treating speech and language disorders, working in clinical or educational environments.

What states have the most Early Intervention Practitioner jobs?

States with the most job openings for Early Intervention Practitioner jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Early Intervention Practitioner jobs?

For Early Intervention Practitioner jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Early Intervention Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,295 per year, or $62.6 per hour.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Springfield, MA • On-site

Sunny Days Early Childhood Developmental Services
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$72K - $88K/yr

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Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Listings For Sunny Days & Sunshine Center

Benefits:

  • Competitive Rates, Based On Experience
  • Sign on Bonus up to $3,000
  • Flexible Schedules & Locations of Your Choice
  • Reimbursement for indirect time
  • Eligible for direct deposit

Sunny Days, a credentialed provider of Autism Services, seeks BCBAs to provide ABA Services to the 0-20 ASD population in Bucks, Delaware & Montgomery County. Responsibilities include: assessment, plan creation & implementation, oversight of Behavior Technicians and caregiver education. This is a per-diem (independent contractor) position.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • PA Behavior Specialist License
  • BCBA Designation
  • At least one year’s experience serving the ASD population

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with the Autism population
  • Proven leadership skills

Sunny Days is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age or covered veteran status.

As a Sunny Days employee, you will have a fantastic opportunity to join our team of dedicated Early Childhood Intervention professionals who believe in improving the lives of the children and families we serve. In addition to helping others in need, you will also be compensated with generous benefits and compensation packages.

To continue as a leading Early Intervention Provider, Sunny Days is always looking for motivated and skilled practitioners to join our team. Sunny Days has a diverse offering of Early Intervention employment opportunities, both full-time and part-time. If you are looking to supplement existing employment, Sunny Days also offers work for Independent Therapists/Educator Consultants. As an Early Intervention Independent Contractor, you'll experience a variety of caseloads and settings while being compensated with top hourly reimbursement rates.

Early Intervention provides a wide variety of career paths. In addition to the positions listed below, each may have its own unique focus area, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, Learning Disabilities, and Sensory/Developmental Disabilities. You may also specialize in specific therapies like Art, Music, or Audiology. In order to specialize in any Early Intervention area, you must complete your degree, complete a post-graduate degree, and become licensed.

Sunny Days welcomes Early Intervention professionals with specialties in any area.

Early Intervention Employment Opportunities

Early Intervention provides a wide variety of career paths. In addition to the positions listed below, each may have its own unique focus area, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, Learning Disabilities, and Sensory/Developmental Disabilities. You may also specialize in specific therapies like Art, Music, or Audiology. In order to specialize in any Early Intervention area, you must complete your degree, complete a post-graduate degree, and become licensed.

Be PART OF EARLY INTERVENTION: A Resource DEveloped by the DEC

The Division of Early Childhood (DEC) has developed a public awareness campaign entitled, “Be Part of Early Intervention,” featuring high quality videos and information on what it means to be an early intervention practitioner and service coordinator. Click here to view and learn more.

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