Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Onward Education; Connecticut; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k program

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Onward Education, partnered with a Fairfield County district in Connecticut, seeks a BCBA to provide behavioral support across multiple school sites for the 2026-2027 school year. The role oversees a caseload, conducts FBAs, and develops BIPs to support students.

You will collect data, train staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent implementation and district/state compliance. CT DPH license and BACB-BCBA certification are required.

Qualifications

• CT DPH license is required.
• BCBA certification (BACB) is required.
• Experience in schools with behavioral interventions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FBAs and develop individualized BIPs.
• Provide direct and consultative support to teachers and staff.
• Collect and analyze data to track progress and adjust interventions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including special education staff and administrators.
• Deliver training and coaching for paraprofessionals and teachers on behavioral strategies and data collection.
• Maintain documentation and ensure district/state compliance.

Skills

FBA development

BIP development

Data collection

Staff training

Education

BCBA certification (BACB)

CT DPH license

Job description

*Onward Education* is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with a school district in Fairfield County, CT to hire a dedicated BCBA for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year.

This position will involve providing behavioral support and consultation across multiple school sites. The BCBA will oversee a caseload of students, focusing on functional behavior assessments (FBAs), behavior intervention plans (BIPs), data collection, and staff training.

Position Details:

• *Location:* Fairfield County, CT
• *Schedule:* Follows district school schedule
• *School Year:* 2026-2027

Responsibilities:

• * Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
• * Provide direct and consultative support to teachers and staff to ensure consistent implementation of behavior plans
• * Collect and analyze data to track student progress and adjust interventions as needed
• * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including special education staff, related service providers, and administrators
• * Deliver training and coaching for paraprofessionals and teachers on behavioral strategies and data collection
• * Maintain documentation and compliance with district and state requirements

Qualifications:

• * State license from the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH)
• * BCBA certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) is required

What We Offer:

• * Competitive pay and benefits package
• * Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options
• * Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly
• * Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement
• * Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals
• * Opportunities for professional growth and development

Employer Details:

• * Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• * In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• * Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.
• * Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• * Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.