Behavior Specialist

Bergen County Special Services School District; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Bergen County Special Services School District is seeking a Behavior Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is 10 months non-certificated and based in a district setting.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in education or social sciences (Master's preferred) and experience with applied behavior analysis for students with autism or disabilities. Physical work is required, with lifting up to 25 lbs. and more with assistance. NJ residency is required within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or social sciences; Master's degree preferred.
• Post-baccalaureate training in applied behavior analysis or comparable field preferred.
• Specialized training and/or demonstrate expertise in school based applied behavior analysis.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive formal and informal function behavior assessments.
• Experience working with students with autism/disabilities preferred.
• Must be able to perform physical work, which requires frequent bending and lifting. Independently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., more than 25 lbs. with assistance.
• New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date of hire.

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or social sciences

Job description

BE RGEN COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICES

The Board of Education is seeking applications for the 2026-2027 school year for the following position:

BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST

(10 Months Non-certificated)

District

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in education or social sciences; Master's degree preferred.
2. Post-baccalaureate training in applied behavior analysis or comparable field preferred.
3. Specialized training and/or demonstrate expertise in school based applied behavior analysis.
4. Ability to conduct comprehensive formal and informal function behavior assessments.
5. Experience working with students with autism/disabilities preferred.
6. Must be able to perform physical work, which requires frequent bending and lifting. Independently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., more than 25 lbs. with assistance.
7. New Jersey residence within one (1) year from date of hire.

Compensation Rate/Range: $70,174 - $80,074 for Non-Cert & $73,690 - $111,682 - BCBA

BCSS Education Association Contract 2023-2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

PCN 04-09-05/dqp