Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Quincy Public Schools; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Quincy Public Schools in Quincy, MA is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to support elementary, middle, and high school students with mild/moderate disabilities in a public school setting. The role emphasizes data-driven behavior interventions and collaboration with teachers and related service providers.

Responsibilities include developing behavior support plans, tracking progress with data, and contributing to IEP meetings. Requires BCBA certification and a Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• BCBA Certification required.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students for services through data collection, teacher reports, observations, checklists and FBA.
• Develop appropriate behavior support plans and social skills curriculum.
• Oversee data-collection and behavioral procedures to monitor progress.
• Develop measurable IEP goals and objectives.
• Ensure ABA strategies are implemented consistently across settings.
• Provide progress reports and participate in IEP meetings.
• Support teachers with behavioral management plans and procedures.
• Provide resources, tools, and modeling of techniques.
• Work with students 1:1 or in small groups.
• Complete reports and paperwork in a timely manner.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Time management

Data-driven planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

BCBA Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Quincy Public Schools, Quincy, Massachusetts

Job Description

Full time positions supporting elementary, middle and/or high school age students with mild/moderate disabilities including, but not limited to, students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other complex needs in a public school setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students for services through data collection, teacher reports, observations, checklists and Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA)
• Develop appropriate behavior support plans, social skills curriculum and ensure consistency in programming
• Oversee the development of data-collection and behavioral procedures in order to monitor target behaviors and student progress
• Develop and create objective and measurable individualized IEP goals and objectives.
• Ensure ABA strategies, behavior plans, and reinforcement systems are implemented consistently and accurately across all settings
• Provide student progress toward goals and objectives through IEP progress reports and IEP meetings
• Support teachers/staff regarding behavioral management plans/procedures
• Provide teachers/staff with resources, tools, and modeling of techniques
• Work with students 1:1 or in small groups
• Complete needed reports, paperwork and job-related assignments in a timely manner
• Work collaboratively with related service providers
• Participate in district offered professional development

Preferred Skills

• School based experience preferred
• Ability to assist in providing guidance and oversight of school wide behavioral management system as well as individualized behavior plans
• Possesses a strong belief that all students can learn and be successful in school
• Demonstrates a mindset that focuses on assets & growth, as opposed to deficits
• Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skills
• Willingness to try various approaches, depending on student need
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other special education staff and other colleagues in a professional manner
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Utilize data and reflection to plan for supports and interventions
• Ability to seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems
• Ability to create graphic visuals of student data in programs such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.

Position Details

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $62,804 to $77,414 Per Year

Job Categories: Special Education > Autism, Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD, Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Job Requirements

• Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum Requirements: BCBA Certification
• Reports To: Building principal and special education team administrator
• Reports To: Director of Special Education & Special Education Coordinator
• The posted salary range reflects educators with beginner to mid-level experience, and is aligned with the Unit A Contract. For the complete salary schedule, please refer to the Quincy Public Schools website, Careers page.
• Quincy Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join the team and be part of a dynamic multicultural community.
• Quincy Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational activities or employment practice as required by Title IX of the 1972 Federal Education Amendments, by Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and by Chapter 622 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Daniel Cosgrove , Director of Human Resources
• 34 Coddington Street
• Quincy, Massachusetts 02169
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]