Play-Based Learning Specialist (ABA Technician or RBT)

Do you love helping children learn through play, connection, and meaningful progress?
At Sunflower Development Center, we believe every child deserves a warm and supportive environment where their unique potential can bloom. Our team is growing, and we are looking for compassionate, energetic people who want to make a real difference in children’s lives.

What You’ll Do

• Work one-on-one with children in a play-based, naturalistic environment
• Implement individualized ABA treatment plans created by a BCBA
• Use creative, evidence-based teaching methods like play, art, movement, and community outings
• Collect data and collaborate with your BCBA to celebrate every small success
• Support parent goals and help children thrive in home, school, and community settings

What We Offer

🌼 A positive, team-oriented culture rooted in collaboration
🌼 Paid training and ongoing supervision toward your RBT certification
🌼 Opportunities for career growth from RBT to BCBA and beyond
🌼 PTO, paid holidays (ft staff) , and flexible scheduling options
🌼 A beautiful play-based center with sensory spaces and real-life learning opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for working with children
• Reliable, patient, and eager to learn
• Experience with children preferred 
• Must be 18 or older with a high school diploma or equivalent

Schedule and Pay

• Part-time and full-time positions available
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and certification
• Daytime, Afternoon and early evening hours available

Equal Opportunity Employment

Sunflower Development Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and respectful workplace for all. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the organization, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Background Check

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check in accordance with Massachusetts and federal regulations. This includes verification of employment eligibility, CORI and SORI screenings, and may include fingerprinting when required by licensing or funding agencies.