BCBA

Sylvania; Plainfield (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a School-Based Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join the special education team. You will develop ABA-based strategies aligned with IEP goals and support inclusive classroom environments.

In this role, you will conduct FBAs, design BIPs, coach teachers and staff, participate in IEP meetings, and monitor data to guide treatment decisions while ensuring compliance with IDEA and Section 504.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ABA or related field.
• Current CT BCBA certification and state licensure.
• Experience in K-12 with IDEA and 504 regulations.
• Knowledge of FBAs and BIPs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct school-based FBAs to understand behavior function.
• Design and implement BIPs and train staff.
• Provide in-the-moment coaching to teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Participate in IEP meetings to set behavioral goals.
• Assist with data collection and monitoring of interventions.
• Support crisis interventions and safety/stabilization planning.

Skills

Behavior assessment

Intervention planning

Data collection

Staff collaboration

ABA principles

Education

Master's degree in ABA or related field

Job description

School-Based Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Role Overview:

The School-Based BCBA works as a vital part of the special education team to ensure students can access their curriculum and thrive in the classroom. You will serve as a consultant and practitioner, developing behavioral strategies that align with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for both students and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA): Conduct school-based FBAs to understand the function of challenging behaviors.
• Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP): Design and implement BIPs that are practical for a classroom setting and focus on replacement behaviors that enhance learning; train staff on and monitor the fidelity of BIPs.
• Staff Consultation & Training: Provide "in-the-moment" coaching to teachers and paraprofessionals on de-escalation techniques and positive behavior supports. Provide coaching & professional development to special education staff, general education teachers and paraeducators on evidenced-based behavioral strategies and ABA principals.
• IEP Collaboration: Participate in IEP meetings to develop measurable behavioral goals and report on student progress toward those benchmarks.
• Data Integration: Help teachers implement simplified data-collection systems to monitor student behavior without disrupting the instructional flow.
• Crisis Intervention: Support the school in managing acute behavioral crises and help develop long-term safety and stabilization plans; analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adjust plans as needed.

Qualifications:

• Certification: Current BCBA certification and licensure in the State of CT.
• Education: Master’s degree in ABA, or related field.
• Experience: Experience working within the K-12 system and familiarity with IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and Section 504 regulations, knowledge of FBAs and BIPs.
• Skills: Strong skills in behavior assessment, intervention planning, and ongoing data collection; ability to effectively collaborate with teachers, staff and families to foster inclusive classroom environments.