Board Certified Behavior Analyst

The Stepping Stones Group; Burbank (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinical supervision for certification

CEUs and webinars

Referral bonus

Career advancement opportunities

Structured school-year schedule

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC is seeking a part-time School-Based Behavior Analyst (BCBA or BCBA-Track) to support K-12 students in a school setting. You will provide direct ABA services, contribute to FBAs/BIPs, and collaborate with teachers to support IEP goals in a district environment.

This onsite role follows the district calendar with 15-20 hours weekly, offering supervision for candidates pursuing certification and a competitive hourly rate of $40–$41.

Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification, or master's degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field
• Previous school-based experience
• Experience with behavioral assessments, intervention planning, and data collection
• Strong communication and collaboration with educators and multidisciplinary teams
• Reliable transportation
• Authorization to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral services to students in general education and special education settings
• Assist with FBAs and BIPs as needed
• Contribute to IEPs and attend IEP meetings as needed
• Collect and analyze behavioral data and monitor progress
• Provide behavioral consultation and training to teachers and staff on ABA strategies
• Shadow, train, and support school staff as needed
• Support or supervise RBTs and paraprofessionals as needed
• Maintain accurate documentation per BACB, IDEA, 504, and special education requirements

Skills

BCBA certification

Master's degree

School-based experience

Behavioral assessments & data

Communication & collaboration

Reliable transportation

US work authorization

Education

Master's degree in ABA/related field

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group Make a Difference Every Day

Empowering Students, Enriching Futures!

School-Based Behavior Analyst (BCBA or BCBA-Track) | Part-Time | K-12 Special Education

About the Opportunity

Join The Stepping Stones Group and help students thrive through high-quality, school-based behavioral support services. This is more than a job. It's a chance to apply your Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) training, build school-based experience, and make a real difference for students. Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and master's-level candidates working toward certification are encouraged to apply.

In this part-time role, you'll support K-12 students in general education and special education settings alongside special education teachers and school teams.

• Pay:$40-$41 per hour
• Schedule: Part-time, 15-20 hours per week (about 2-3 days per week, for example 2 days one week and 3 the next, or 2.5 days weekly)
• Setting: Onsite, in-person, K-12 school-based
• Calendar: Follows the district school-year calendar
• Start date: ASAP, through the end of the 2026-27 school year (late May)
• Supervision: Provided by The Stepping Stones Group for candidates working toward certification
• Employment type: W-2
• Location: Shared with candidates during the application process

What You'll Do

• Provide direct behavioral services to students in general education and special education settings
• Assist with Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as needed
• Contribute to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Collect and analyze behavioral data and monitor student progress to guide data-driven decision-making
• Provide behavioral consultation, coaching, and training to teachers and school staff on evidence-based ABA strategies
• Shadow, train, and support school staff as needed
• Support or supervise Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and paraprofessionals as needed
• Maintain accurate documentation in line with BACB ethical standards, IDEA, Section 504, and special education requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification, or a master's degree (or current enrollment in a master's program) in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, Special Education, or a related field
• Previous school-based experience
• Experience with behavioral assessments, intervention planning, and data collection
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with educators and multidisciplinary teams
• Reliable transportation
• Authorization to work in the United States

BCBA Exam Status

Candidates who have not yet taken the BCBA exam, as well as those retaking it, are welcome to apply. Please share your exam status when you apply.

You'll Thrive in This Role If You Are Open To:

• Working with students of all ages, K-12, in both general education and special education settings
• Working with students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), emotional disturbance (ED), other health impairments (OHI), and significant behavioral needs
• Working with medically fragile students
• Adjusting your caseload or supporting additional school sites based on district needs
• Working fully onsite, since this role does not include remote work time

Preferred Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification and one or more years of BCBA experience
• Proof of completion of a supervision course
• Prior experience as an RBT, behavior technician, or paraprofessional in a school setting
• Familiarity with IEP processes and special education compliance
• Safety-Care, CPI, or other crisis prevention and de-escalation training

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay of $40-$41 per hour
• Clinical supervision and support for candidates working toward certification
• Predictable school-year schedule, with evenings, weekends, and school breaks typically off
• Free CEUs, approved webinars, clinical resources, and professional development support
• Employee referral bonus program
• Supportive clinical team and leadership, with opportunities for career advancement

About The Stepping Stones Group

We believe every child deserves exceptional support to succeed academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally. We partner with schools nationwide to provide high-quality educational and behavioral health services, and we give our clinicians the training, resources, and support to do their best work.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today. Selected candidates will complete a short clinical interview as part of the process, and our team will help you prepare.