Behavioral Consultant - Part Time - NEDP

The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough

Southborough (MA)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 55,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Public Schools of Northborough-Southborough seeks a part-time Behavioral Consultant for the Northborough Extended Day Program (NEDP) in Southborough, MA. The role focuses on implementing data-driven strategies to support students with diverse needs and to build staff capacity outside the regular school day.

Responsibilities include developing BIPs aligned to IEPs, coaching staff, collaborating with families and school personnel, and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment for after-school

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required from an accredited college.
Massachusetts DESE teaching license required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with children with diverse needs and behavioral support requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized one-on-one support to facilitate student participation in the Extended Day Program and assist with BIPs.
Develop and monitor BIPs aligned with IEPs and support plans.
Collaborate with staff, families, and professionals to identify needs and support inclusion.
Train staff on behavioral support strategies and positive behavior management.
Maintain confidential records of assessments and supports provided to students.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Collaboration

Behavioral support

Education

Bachelor's degree

DESE teaching license

Master's degree (desired)

BCBA certification (desired)

Job description

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Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Public Schools of Northborough-Southborough

Job Description - Part Time - NEDP Before/After School

Department:

Northborough Extended Day Program (NEDP)

Job Title:

Behavioral Consultant - PartTime before/after school

FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exempt)

Exempt

Reports to:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION (1-3 LINES DESCRIBING ROLE):

The Behavior Consultant serves as a resource to the Northborough Extended Day Program (NEDP) team, providing consultation, guidance, and support to program staff to promote the successful inclusion and participation of students with diverse learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. The BCBA is expected to develop, implement, and monitor individualized, data-driven Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for assigned students, consistent with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), identified behavioral needs, and applicable District procedures.

The Primary responsibility of this position is to strengthen staff capacity through periodic consultation, collaboration, and recommendations for strategies, accommodations, and supports that can be incorporated into the before-and/or after-school program.

The Behavior Consultant works collaboratively with program leadership, staff, families, and other educational professionals, as appropriate, to identify student needs, problem-solve challenges, support positive behavioral development, and promote an inclusive, safe, and nurturing environment. This role emphasizes empowering staff with practical strategies to foster student independence, social engagement, and successful participation in the program.

*This is a part-time before/afterschool position outside of the regular school day.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Appropriate Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) teaching license.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children with a range of special needs and behavioral support requirements.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree or significant postgraduate coursework in a related field.
Experience developing and implementing individualized behavioral and educational support strategies.
Experience collaborating with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO):

Individual Student Support:

Provide consistent, individualized one-on-one support to facilitate the student's participation in all aspects of the Extended Day Program and assist with Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) and/or behavioral needs of the students. Support the student's ability to engage in age-appropriate activities, routines, and interactions with peers.
Consult with program staff regarding appropriate accommodations, modifications, and individualize strategies aligned with the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), applicable support plans, and identified needs, and provide guidance to support their effective implementation within the Extended Day Program.
Promote independence, self-regulation, positive decision-making, and the development of functional life and social skills and draft BIP plans as needed.
Adapt activities and expectations as needed to ensure meaningful participation and successful engagement.
Maintain accurate, timely and confidential records of assessments and supports provided to students.

Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support :

Establish and maintain a positive, supportive environment that encourages appropriate behavior and social-emotional growth in accordance with BCBA standards.
Implement appropriate behavioral support strategies and positive behavior management techniques and train the staff working with the students on those techniques.
Assist the student in developing and strengthening social skills, including communication, cooperation, turn-taking, conflict resolution, and positive peer interactions.
Support the student's participation in a variety of recreational and enrichment activities, including cooperative games, board games, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and gym activities.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries while demonstrating patience, empathy, consistency, and positive engagement when working with students who may present challenging behaviors.
Revisit and review the behaviors and make adjustments in accordance with the expected results.

Collaboration and Communication:

Collaborate with NEDP colleagues, school personnel, families, and other professionals to support the student's individual needs and program participation.
Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and community members.
Collabrate with school based personnel, as appropriate, to support the coordinated communication with families regarding students with specific support needs, particularly when the student is receiving services through the NEDP during the school day.
Participate in collaborative planning related to activities, curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment of student needs.
Contribute to a positive and inclusive program culture that values teamwork, respect, and student success.

Documentation and Compliance:

Protect the privacy and confidentiality of students and their families at all times.
Follow applicable Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations governing school-age childcare programs.
Implement student accommodations and support strategies consistently and in accordance with programmatic expectations.
Follow all established district and NEDP policies, procedures, safety protocols, and supervisory directives.

Professional Responsibilities:

Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, flexibility, and initiative in all interactions with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
Work independently while maintaining effective communication and collaboration with the NEDP team.
Follow written and verbal instructions and respond appropriately to changing student and program needs.
Demonstrate the ability to establish positive relationships and maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students and families.
Promote an environment that is safe, respectful, inclusive, and responsive to the diverse needs of all participants.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is performed in an elementary school setting during before- and/or after-school program hours. This is outside of the regular school day. The position requires active engagement with students in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments, including classrooms, common areas, gymnasiums, and playgrounds.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, speak, and hear. The employee is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch, and/or kneel and occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

The employee must possess sufficient mobility to navigate throughout a large school building and actively participate in program activities.

The physical demands described above are representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Date Updated: 11/6/2026

Northborough-Southborough Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northborough-Southborough Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class as protected by law. The Northborough-Southborough Public School places a high value on recruitment of diverse staff. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the district human resources office.