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How much do floortime jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for floortime in the United States is $122,610.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,500.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for a Floortime therapist, and with whom do they commonly collaborate?

A typical day for a Floortime therapist involves engaging children in play-based sessions designed to promote emotional, cognitive, and social development, often one-on-one or in small groups. Therapists also spend time documenting session progress, crafting individualized strategies, and communicating with parents or caregivers about each child's development. Collaboration with other professionals, such as occupational therapists, speech therapists, and special educators, is common for a coordinated care approach. The role is dynamic, hands-on, and focused on building developmental goals through meaningful, interactive activities.

What is a Floortime job?

A Floortime job typically involves working with children, particularly those with autism or developmental challenges, using the DIR/Floortime approach. This method focuses on engaging children through play to encourage emotional and intellectual growth. Floortime therapists or aides help children build communication, social, and problem-solving skills by following their interests and expanding interactions. These roles are often found in therapy centers, schools, or private settings, and may require specialized training in the Floortime model.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Floortime position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Floortime therapist, you need a solid understanding of child development, experience working with children with autism or developmental delays, and relevant educational or therapy credentials. Familiarity with the DIR/Floortime model, data tracking platforms, and ongoing training or certification in DIR/Floortime techniques is highly valued. Patience, creativity, and strong interpersonal communication are essential soft skills for building rapport with children and collaborating with families. These skills help ensure effective intervention and progress in a supportive, individualized environment for each child.

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Infographic showing various Floortime job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $122,610 per year, or $58.9 per hour.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Celebrate The Children Inc

Denville, NJ • On-site

$61K - $94K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

BOARD-CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST - FULL TIME

Celebrate the Children, a state-approved private school in Denville, NJ for students with Developmental Disabilities ages 3-21, is pleased to announce that we have an immediate opening for full-time Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA).

This is an exciting opportunity for a certified BCBA to join our cutting edge educational program. Our school utilizes the DIR/Floortime model. We are looking for a professional who is interested in aligning both Behavioral and Developmental Methodologies to support positive behavioral support and best outcomes. Applicant must be willing to learn DIR and implement into their work.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR BOARD-CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST:

  • Write Behavior plans that align with the students’ developmental profile.

  • Train Staff on how to take behavior data.

  • Train Staff in terms of how to respond to behavior and how to follow Behavior Plans

  • Analyze and graph data

  • Participate in IEP meetings as appropriate

  • Meet with parents in collaboration with Team Members to discuss behavior plan and collaboration with the home setting.

  • Safety Care certified

  • Strong ability to work with and train an interdisciplinary team

  • Strong foundations in understanding child development

  • Strong work ethic

  • Demonstrates interest in continued learning and training

  • Experience dealing with trauma and trauma informed approaches

  • Ability to lead and multitask in a fast-paced environment

  • Possess ability to think outside the box in terms of understanding behavior and functions of behavior.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR BOARD-CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST:
  • Current New Jersey BCBA certification is required.
  • Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience, preferably within school and clinical settings.
  • Experience working with neurodivergent students or students with developmental differences is strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with the DIR/Floortime model is a huge plus.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills; comfortable working within interdisciplinary teams.
  • Highly organized and strong writing skills preferred


SALARY/BENEFITS:
Competitive salary - commensurate with experience.
Full Benefits package for full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst includes:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Paid Time Off
  • Sick Days
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401K Employer Matching Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program

Please make sure to check your spam folders for an email from CelebratetheChildrenInc.HR@adp since some email settings might mark our correspondence as spam.

Celebrate the Children School is an EEOE/M/F/V/D in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.


A salary range is provided in accordance with New Jersey pay transparency laws. Final salary is determined using a structured salary grid, taking into account years of relevant experience and educational qualifications, and is subject to the maximum limits established by the New Jersey Department of Education and the discretion of the Board of Directors. The salary provided is for a 10-month contracted position.