Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Young World Physical Education; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Weymouth Public Schools is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide clinical leadership in our Special Education Department (Student Services). The role focuses on trauma-sensitive, relationship-based supports and proactive intervention development across therapeutic learning environments.

The BCBA will design FBAs, BIPs, and PBIS plans, supervise direct service providers, and collaborate with school teams to improve student outcomes in 11 buildings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required.
• Massachusetts licensure/certification appropriate for school-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FBAs and behavioral observations to identify patterns and needs.
• Develop and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) grounded in relationship-based approaches.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement behavioral interventions.
• Provide consultation and coaching on evidence-based behavioral practices.
• Support student self-regulation, coping, and social-emotional skills.
• Collect and analyze behavioral data to evaluate intervention effectiveness.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to behavioral goals and accommodations.

Education

Master's Degree

BCBA certification

Massachusetts licensure/certification for school-based practice

Job description

Weymouth Public Schools Special Education Department (Student Services) - Weymouth, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Weymouth Public Schools Special Education Department (Student Services) - Weymouth, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5888526

Application Deadline: Sep 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Weymouth Public Schools is a dynamic and inclusive learning community dedicated to "Educational Excellence for Every Weymouth Student." Our vision is centered on empowering each individual to reach their full potential in a diverse, equitable, and supportive environment. We educate over 5,600 students in 11 school buildings, including Weymouth Early Childhood Center, eight elementary schools (grades K-5), Chapman Middle School (grades 6-8), and Weymouth High School (Grades 9-12). At each of our schools, we are committed to fostering curiosity, celebrating diversity, and nurturing a lifelong passion for learning. Our highly qualified educators and staff members work to provide personalized attention and support to ensure that every student thrives.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required
• Massachusetts licensure/certification appropriate for school-based practice
• Experience working within therapeutic learning classrooms or substantially separate behavioral programs is required
• Strong knowledge of trauma-sensitive and relationship-based behavioral practices
• Experience developing and implementing FBAs and BIPs in educational settings
• Demonstrated skill in behavioral data collection, analysis, graphing, and progress monitoring
• Experience coaching and consulting with multidisciplinary school teams
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Experience supporting students with emotional and behavioral disabilities preferred

General Duties:

This position emphasizes relationship-based behavioral supports, student voice, trauma-sensitive practices, and proactive intervention development designed to increase student access, engagement, and success within the educational environment.

The BCBA will work collaboratively with special education teachers, adjustment counselors, related service providers, administrators, and families to develop and implement individualized behavioral programming for students in therapeutic learning environments. The BCBA will provide direct consultation, staff coaching, behavioral assessment, and ongoing data analysis to support positive student outcomes.

The successful candidate must demonstrate experience designing and implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) through comprehensive Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), behavioral observations, and individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

Specific Duties:

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and behavioral observations to identify patterns, triggers, and replacement skill needs
• Develop and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) grounded in proactive, relationship-based approaches
• Collaborate with teachers, adjustment counselors, and support staff to implement behavioral momentum strategies and classroom-based interventions
• Provide consultation and coaching to classroom staff regarding evidence-based behavioral practices and therapeutic supports
• Support the development of student self-regulation, coping, communication, and social-emotional skills
• Utilize student voice and strengths-based approaches in intervention planning and implementation
• Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to evaluate intervention effectiveness
• Graph behavioral trends and modify interventions based on ongoing student progress and identified needs
• Participate in IEP Team meetings and contribute to the development of behavioral goals and accommodations
• Assist in crisis prevention and de-escalation planning using trauma-informed and restorative practices
• Supervising all direct service providers in the school
• Support district initiatives related to inclusive and therapeutic educational programming

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Weymouth Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Unit C CBA

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,931.90 to $114,784 Per Year

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Gookin , Administrative Assistant
• Weymouth Public Schools
• Phone: [phone]