ABA-Informed Behavioural Strategist for School Teams

Foothills School Division; High River; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Foothills School Division in Alberta is recruiting a Behavioural Strategist/Consultant to support junior high and high school complexity teams under the Complexity Funding initiative for 2026-27. The successful candidate will conduct FBAs, design and monitor Positive Behaviour Support Plans, coach staff, and collaborate with educators, families, and therapists to create inclusive learning environments.

Requirements include a Master's in ABA/related field, BCBA certification, 2+ years experience,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field.
• Current BCBA certification.
• Minimum two years of related experience supporting children and youth with behavioural and/or complex learning needs.
• Experience conducting Functional Behaviour Assessments and developing individualized behaviour intervention plans.
• Strong understanding of ABA principles and evidence-based behavioural interventions.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with educators, therapists, and families.
• Excellent communication, consultation, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze data, monitor progress, and adjust interventions based on student response.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FBAs to identify factors contributing to challenging behaviours.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized Positive Behaviour Support Plans and behaviour intervention strategies.
• Support school teams in responding to complex behavioural, social-emotional, and executive functioning needs.
• Collaborate with educators, administrators, educational assistants, families, and multidisciplinary team members to promote student success.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional learning opportunities for school staff.
• Support the development of inclusive classroom practices and proactive behavioural supports.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress monitoring records, and reporting related to interventions and student outcomes.
• Facilitate family collaboration and engagement in behaviour support planning.
• Ensure services are delivered in accordance with BACB ethical standards and professional best practices.

Skills

Functional Behaviour Assessments

Data analysis

Staff coaching

Collaboration

ABA principles

Education

Master's degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Psychology, Education, or related field

BCBA certification

Job description

Foothills School Division in Alberta is recruiting a Behavioural Strategist/Consultant to support junior high and high school complexity teams under the Complexity Funding initiative for 2026-27. The successful candidate will conduct FBAs, design and monitor Positive Behaviour Support Plans, coach staff, and collaborate with educators, families, and therapists to create inclusive learning environments.

Requirements include a Master's in ABA/related field, BCBA certification, 2+ years experience,