BCBA for PAL Program: Inclusion & Behavior Support

Newtown Public Schools; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Newtown Public Schools at Sandy Hook School seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to support students with specialized instruction and positive behavior supports. You will collaborate with teachers and service providers to implement measurable IEP goals and accommodations for participation in general education.

The role involves leading behavior plans, data-based decision making, and staff training, with immediate start for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Holds BCBA certification and CT BCBA license (LBA).
• Minimum 5 years BCBA experience preferred.
• Proficient in online data collection systems (Ensora) and AAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers and service providers to develop measurable IEP goals.
• Determine accommodations and modifications to support student participation.
• Consult with regular education staff to implement inclusion programming and behavior strategies.
• Participate in parent meetings and support families in generalization across settings.
• Join regularly scheduled team meetings to review progress and assist with transitions between grades, programs, and schools.
• Develop online data collection systems aligned with IEP goals and behavior data.
• Review skill acquisition and behavior data to make modifications as needed.
• Complete functional behavior assessments and develop behavior intervention plans.
• Provide training on behavior intervention plans and respond to crisis situations as appropriate.
• Supervise and train behavior therapists; conduct staff competency assessments.
• Collaborate with other BCBAs to develop staff development activities for district staff.
• Complete staff assignments for the school year and extended year services; manage coverage and interview applicants.

Skills

Data collection

Behavior plans

Staff training

Collaboration

Education

Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification

State of CT LBA license

5 years BCBA experience preferred

Tools

Ensora

AAC systems

Job description

Newtown Public Schools at Sandy Hook School seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to support students with specialized instruction and positive behavior supports. You will collaborate with teachers and service providers to implement measurable IEP goals and accommodations for participation in general education.

The role involves leading behavior plans, data-based decision making, and staff training, with immediate start for qualified candidates.