The salary trajectory of a Developmental Specialist ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $69,357 per year (estimate) and goes up to $136,482 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Developmental Specialist at Positive Development is $72,076 per year or $35 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $108,556 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $58,472 (25th percentile) and $89,598 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 2 salaries submitted by Positive Development Developmental Specialist professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Developmental Specialist professionals typically earn between $28 and $43 per hour.
Developmental Specialist professionals typically earn between $4,873 and $7,466 monthly.