Education & Clinical Staff – Multiple Openings!

Important: To be considered for any of these roles, please apply directly through our careers page:: FCS Careers Page

This posting is intended as an overview of multiple current openings right now at FCS.

Plainfield, NJ, North Bergen, NJ and surrounding NNJ Region

Full-time (exempt) & Part-time (non-exempt) roles available!

At First Children Services, we’re a collaborative team of educators, clinicians, and support professionals working together to Create Life-Changing Outcomes for Exceptional Kids with behavioral, mental health, and physical needs.

If you’re passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization, we’d love to connect!

We’re hiring across several roles, and our team will help match you with the opportunity that aligns best with your experience. Whether your background is in education or you’re interested in expanding into a clinical setting, we’ll help guide you to the role that best fits your experience and goals.

Opportunities Available:

• Teachers (Special Education, TOD, and related instructional roles)
• Speech Therapist
• Paraprofessionals / Instructional Aides
• Behavior Technicians (BTs) – clinic-based roles with training provided

Why Join First Children Services:

• Work in smaller, more individualized environments where you can truly impact each student
• Be part of a collaborative team of educators and clinicians
• Access ongoing training, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities
• Explore career pathways across school, clinic, and behavioral health settings
• Join an organization serving 1,000+ children and families every day

Compensation:

(All ranges based on experience, education, background, and certification)

• Teachers: $61,000 – $80,000 annually
• Speech Therapist: $67,000 - $92,000 annually
• Paraprofessionals: $19.50-$22.00/hour
• Behavior Technicians (BTs): $21.00 – $26.00/hour

Benefits (summary):

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (for eligible employees)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training
• Opportunities for advancement across educational and clinical roles

Who We’re Looking For:

• Individuals with experience in education, behavioral health, or working with children
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A passion for supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs
• For BT roles: willingness to learn and be trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

How to Apply:

To explore current openings and find the role that’s right for you, please visit our careers page: FCS Careers Page

Please note: Applications submitted through this posting may not be reviewed. We encourage all candidates to apply via our Careers Page.

First Children Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at recruitment@firstchildrenservices.com.