Board Certified Behavior Analysist (BCBA)

ServingSchools; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO & holidays

Professional growth

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Watch Me Shine in Bangor, Maine seeks a full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to work in our preschool program. The BCBA collaborates with school leadership to design practical supports for children aged 3–6, embedding behavioral strategies into daily classroom life.

The ideal candidate balances direct assessment with coaching of classroom staff, partners with families, and upholds BACB ethics in an inclusive, community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• BCBA credential in good standing with BACB.
• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or closely related field.
• Experience in early childhood/preschool settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral assessments for children ages 3–6 in preschool.
• Design and monitor behavior support and skill-building programs.
• Embed strategies into classroom activities and routines.
• Coach and provide feedback to classroom staff on implementation.
• Supervise staff and ensure fidelity to plans and standards.
• Analyze data to evaluate child progress and adjust interventions.
• Collaborate with families to support home-school continuity.
• Participate in team meetings and program planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation per requirements.
• Uphold BACB ethical standards in all actions.

Skills

Collaboration with educators

Coaching staff

Data-driven decision making

Education

BCBA credential

Master's in ABA/psychology/special ed

Job description

Watch Me Shine - Bangor, ME

If you believe in children, families & the power of community, then you can make a difference!

Watch ME Shine is seeking a full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to work in our Bangor school. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) works alongside school leadership within a relationship-based early childhood learning environment. Rather than operating as an external consultant or clinic-based provider, the BCBA is embedded in daily classroom life- partnering with educators to design practical, developmentally appropriate supports that align with WMS philosophies and interventions that allow children ages 3-6 to fully participate in preschool routines.

Watch Me Shine - Bangor, ME

If you believe in children, families & the power of community, then you can make a difference!

Watch ME Shine is seeking a full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to work in our Bangor school. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) works alongside school leadership within a relationship-based early childhood learning environment. Rather than operating as an external consultant or clinic-based provider, the BCBA is embedded in daily classroom life- partnering with educators to design practical, developmentally appropriate supports that align with WMS philosophies and interventions that allow children ages 3-6 to fully participate in preschool routines.

This role balances direct assessment and program design with hands‑on coaching of classroom staff, ensuring behavioral strategies are feasible, consistent, and respectful of each child's developmental stage. The BCBA collaborates closely with families to build continuity between home and school and plays a key role in shaping a preschool culture that prioritizes regulation, communication, and independence over compliance‑based intervention.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast‑moving early childhood setting, values collaboration over isolation, and views behavior support as a tool for inclusion, not exclusion.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Conduct behavioral and functional assessments appropriate for children ages 3-6 within a preschool early intervention environment
• Design, implement, and monitor behavior support and skill‑building programs utilizing WMS methodologies and align with early childhood routines and developmental expectations
• Embed behavior‑analytic strategies into classroom activities, transitions, play, and peer interactions rather than isolated therapy sessions
• Provide ongoing coaching, modeling, and feedback to classroom staff to ensure consistent and ethical implementation of behavior supports
• Supervise and support behavioral health professionals, teachers, or support staff as applicable, ensuring fidelity to behavior plans and professional standards
• Analyze data regularly to evaluate child progress and adjust interventions based on objective outcomes
• Support in treatment plan coordination and development,
• Collaborate with families to promote consistency between home and school environments and to support generalization of skills
• Participate in team meetings, program reviews, and planning sessions related to student support and program development
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with professional, organizational, and funding requirements
• Uphold BACB ethical standards and contribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive preschool culture

Benefits

• Robust benefits package including health insurance, delta dental coverage, life Insurance, disability insurance, etc.
• Competitive PTO and company paid holidays
• Professional growth opportunities
• Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• Current Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential in good standing with the BACB
• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a closely related field

No Travel Required

Our Vision

To be recognized nationally as a dynamic, highly specialized, child‑centered early intervention program, empowering children to SHINE in all they do.

Our Mission

To help children achieve their greatest potential by providing them with safe and supportive learning environments that respects their individuality and nurtures their capacity to engage in a broad range of social interactions and learning opportunities.

Please visit our website www.watchmeshine.net for more information about our program.

Watch Me Shine is an Equal Opportunity Employer