Assistant Program Director/Child Development Specialist
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida•Part-time
$20 - $23 hourly
$20 - $23 hourly
About the Job
Work directly with children, teens, and families who struggle with focus, anxiety, behavior, and learning. In this role, you will coach, guide, encourage, and help individuals succeed — while developing leadership skills within a supportive, high-performing team.
Brain Balance of Palm Beach Gardens is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Program Director to support our Program Director and leadership team in delivering meaningful developmental progress for the families we serve.
We are not a tutoring center.
We work from a brain-based developmental model that strengthens attention, emotional regulation, executive function, learning efficiency, and confidence across the lifespan.
We work from a brain-based developmental model that strengthens attention, emotional regulation, executive function, learning efficiency, and confidence across the lifespan.
This role blends hands-on interaction, coaching, organization, and leadership development within a structured clinical-style environment.
Who This Role Is Ideal For:
This position is a strong fit for individuals who enjoy working with people and want to grow professionally, including:
- Teachers transitioning out of the classroom.
- Behavioral technicians or RBTs.
- Psychology, education, kinesiology, or therapy-track graduates.
- Paraprofessionals or learning support staff.
- Individuals pursuing careers in OT, SLP, counseling, or child development.
Position Details:
- Part-Time: Approximately 30 hours per week.
- Occasional additional hours may be required for staffing needs, trainings, or community events.
Compensation: $20–$23 per hour (based on experience)
Required Availability:
- Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
- Plus either Tuesday or Friday during the same hours.
What You Will Do:
- Support daily center operations alongside the Program Director.
- Work directly with clients and families to guide participation and engagement.
- Track progress and assist with documentation and communication.
- Help coordinate scheduling and session flow.
- Provide coverage during staff absences or increased enrollment.
- Assist with workshops, trainings, and community outreach events.
- Maintain accurate records using center technology systems.
- Help maintain a structured, positive, and professional environment.
- Represent Brain Balance values with confidence and empathy.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Degree OR experience working with children in any structured setting.
- Experience in educational, behavioral, therapeutic, healthcare, or developmental environments.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Comfort using scheduling systems, documentation platforms, and technology.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Professional reliability and attention to detail.
Preferred:
- Background in child development, psychology, education, kinesiology, or therapy support.
- Interest in long-term professional growth and leadership development.
Growth & Benefits:
- Ongoing professional development and advanced training.
- Program discounts.
- Opportunity to grow into leadership roles within a nationally recognized organization.
At Brain Balance of Palm Beach Gardens, we believe individuals are not behind — they need the right input to build strong neurological foundations.
If you want a role where you can make a meaningful impact while growing professionally, we would love to hear from you.
To apply: Please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest outlining your relevant experience.
About Brain Balance
Brain Balance Achievement Centers offer a personalized, drug-free program designed to improve focus, behavior, social skills, anxiety, and academic performance. The program takes an integrative approach to strengthening brain connectivity through sensory engagement, physical development, academics, and nutrition. Over the past decade, this unique and effective program has helped over 50,000 individuals nationwide to improve critical life skills and create a brighter path for their future.