The salary trajectory of a Developmental Specialist ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $69,476 per year (estimate) and goes up to $136,492 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Developmental Specialist at Positive Development is $71,712 per year or $34 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $108,348 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $58,075 (25th percentile) and $89,295 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 2 salaries submitted by Positive Development Developmental Specialist professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jun 2026.
Developmental Specialist professionals typically earn between $28 and $43 per hour.
Developmental Specialist professionals typically earn between $4,840 and $7,441 monthly.