Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Ventura Unified School District; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventura Unified School District is seeking an Itinerant BCBA to support students with behavioral needs across grades. The role involves developing and implementing behavior intervention plans and leading staff training to improve instructional outcomes.

Responsibilities include data collection, monitoring progress, and adjusting programs to maximize student learning in a 185-day, 8-hour-per-day schedule. California BCBA certification and active license are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavior analysis or qualifying program.
• 3 years of experience in special education instructional environments across a range of grade levels.
• Valid California driver's license and BCBA certification are required and must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development and implementation of behavior intervention plans.
• Provide training to staff and serve as lead on behavioral intervention techniques.
• Evaluate student progress through data collection and adjust plans to improve outcomes.

Skills

Behavior intervention plans

Staff training

Data collection

Program modification

Education

Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis

Job description

DUAL CERTIFICATION OPPORTUNITY

To fill a current Itinerant vacancy, 8 hours per day, 185 days per year, and to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. The established eligibility list will remain in effect for six (6) months.

You will be asked to attach your California driver's license, a valid current certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Incumbents are required to maintain a valid status as a condition of continued employment.

Below is a summary of the basic function of the position and scope of responsibilities. For a complete job description (classification specification), including a list of typical duties, and required skills, knowledge and abilities, please click or visit the Classified Human Resources Office. Classification specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Under general supervision of an assigned supervisor, participate in the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans; provide training to staff and serve as a lead regarding the use of behavioral intervention techniques; evaluate student progress through data collection techniques and modify behavioral plans and programs to achieve optimal behavioral outcomes that facilitate student learning.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Requires a minimum of a Master’s degree from a recognized behavior analysis program or qualifying institution, and 3 years of experience in special education instructional environments across a range of grade levels.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid California driver’s license.
• Current certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Incumbents are required to maintain a valid status as a condition of continued employment.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Step 1: Application Screening: (pass/fail) Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications. Applications will be evaluated and ranked according to criteria that most closely meets the needs of the department, so it is essential that applicants provide as much detail as possible and answer all parts of the application, including work experience and the supplemental questionnaire. If there is a high number of qualified applicants, a comparative screening will be conducted to determine which of the applicants will be selected for invitation to the performance examination.

Results of the screening will be emailed. Applicants who pass the screening portion of the examination process will be given further instructions. Notifications will not be sent until after the closing date for the position.

Step 2: Qualification Appraisal Interview (weighted 100%) Date to be determined. All applicants must achieve a passing score in each part of the examination process in order to be placed on the eligibility list.

Step 3: Final interview with hiring manager, Reference checks and selection decision.

ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION

New Hires – Initial Salary Placement

The District has established criteria in place that recognizes the education and experience new employees bring to their role in supporting students and the services of the District. Upon approval of the Director of Classified Human Resources, a new employee may be provided with advanced step placement up to Step 5 based on the following criteria:

• Additional qualifying experience beyond that required for entry into the class (limited to no more than one step for each two years of experience related to the classification)
• Additional education at the college level beyond the educational requirements established for entry into the class (limited to no more than one step for each two years of education related to the position) To be considered for advanced salary placement upon hire transcripts and/or diploma must be provided

All new hires will be placed at Step 1 of the salary schedule and will advance to Step 2 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period.

Longevity increments are offered based on years of service with the District: an additional 1.20% of base salary after completing 4 years of service, 4.10% at 9 years, 7.08% at 14 years, 10.15% at 19 years, 13.31% at 24 years, 16.46% at 29 years.

Promotional and/or transfer candidates will be placed at the appropriate step in accordance with established Personnel Commission Rules & Regulations.

Education Incentives

• AA/AS = 2.50%
• BA/BS = 4.00%
• MA/MS = 5.00%
• Ed.D./Ph.D/JD = 6.00%

(Percentage increase on base salary, paid monthly)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (Upon Offer of Employment)

• Employment Verification: The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States.
• Individuals selected for employment are required to submit to a tuberculosis risk assessment, and, if risk factors are identified, would then be required to submit to a tuberculosis examination to determine freedom from tuberculosis.
• The District reserves the right to require a job related physical examination and satisfactory results from such an exam.
• Fingerprinting: State law requires that all employees be fingerprinted. AB1610 prohibits employment until the Department of Justice completes its obligations regarding the arrest and conviction information, and from employing a person who has been convicted of a violent or serious felony, as defined.
• All candidates with a conviction record for offenses other than minor traffic violations, must file a conviction record statement with their application. Such a conviction, or failure to report a record of convictions, may bar you from employment.
• Other: Eligibles will be required to provide a current DMV report and/or proof of auto insurance to the Classified Human Resources Department before being certified for a final selection interview for positions that require the employee to drive a district vehicle and/or hold a valid California driver's license.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The Governing Board is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. (BP 0410)