BCBA Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

Rockland Public Schools; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockland Public Schools in Massachusetts seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to lead behavioral and instructional supports for students with multiple disabilities and autism. The role coaches staff, collaborates with IEP teams, and develops MTSS structures to build Tier I–III behaviors in general education and special education settings.

The BCBA will supervise staff, conduct functional assessments, and design programs with data collection, training, and ongoing progress reviews.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis principles and ethical standards (ABA).
• Understanding developmental disabilities and related educational challenges.
• Strong communication skills for formal and informal settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead functional behavior assessments and ABA program design for students with autism and related profiles.
• Supervise 1:1 and small group autism programs; coach staff and teams.
• Collect, graph, and discuss data to monitor progress and outcomes.
• Provide professional development and staff training.
• Collaborate with IEP teams and MTSS structures to support Tier I–III behaviors.

Skills

ABA knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Data collection and analysis

Staff supervision

Education

Master's degree in ABA

Licensed applied behavior analyst (LABA)

1:1 supervisory certification (8-hour)

Job description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Purpose of Position: Lead the behavioral and instructional support for students with Multiple Disabilities, Autism, Intellectual Impairment, Developmental Disability, or related complex learning profiles. Model for staff, coach staff, shape student programs with IEP teams, and create and implement MTSS intervention structures to support paraprofessionals and all staff to build Tier I and Tier II behaviors structures for use in the general education and/or Tier III needs in the special education settings. Rockland Public Schools seeks an individual with an asset based philosophy that helps foster and create a setting for students to build skills and independence in the least restrictive setting. Staff hired to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) support, services, and interventions to students are directly supervised by the BCBA. The BCBA may be asked to supervise staff as they work towards advanced certificates in the area of behavioral intervention. The evaluation of student needs, i.e. Functional Behavioral Assessments and other appropriate assessments tools, and the design of the programs that will assist student learning and growth will be conducted and written, and presented by the BCBA. Whether a student has trauma based behavioral challenges and/or a behavioral needs diagnosis, BCBA’s will be called upon to work with staff to develop and implement programs for students. Students who need and are provided with BCBA consult and ABA services will learn the skills necessary to more fully participate in school and become more independent lifelong learners.

Applicants should have:

• Solid knowledge of the principles and practice of Applied Behavior Analysis. This includes general behavioral assessment and ethical standards in behavior analysis.
• Solid knowledge of the behavioral impact of developmental disabilities, as well as the cognitive, educational, vocational, and social challenges encountered by persons with developmental disabilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels.

Major Responsibilities:

• Experience with implementing functional behavior assessments (and the VB Map, ABLS, AFLS, Vineland) with children with autism and participating in clinical teams with other autism professionals.
• Clinical background in administering verbal behavior assessments, conducting language, play, and skill‑based assessments, and in designing, implementing, and/or training others using individualized language, play, and skill‑based curricula.
• Supervisory experience in 1:1 education of learners with autism across clinical settings, as well as familiarity with designing, participating in, or supervising 1:1 and small group programs for children with autism.
• Ability to collect, graph, analyze, display, and discuss data based progress.
• Provide Professional development.

Training/Education:

• Master's Degree in ABA or a related field, from an ABA accredited program Training and certification under the Behavior Analysis Certification Program (BACB).
• Must be a licensed applied behavior analyst (LABA).
• Must have 8 hour supervision certification or be willing to get it upon hire.
• School experience preferred Salary commensurate with Collective Bargaining Agreement, education and experience.

Deadline until filled Rockland Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer.