Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District; Wilbraham (MA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District in Wilbraham, MA seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support students with behavioral and social needs within a school setting. The role includes assessments, collaboration with families and staff, and direct student services.

A clinical component may be required to address social-emotional needs. Starting August 26, 2026, this full-time position offers a salary range of $53,287 to $68,406 per year, with eligibility for district

Qualifications

• Active licensure as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Master’s degree in education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field (preferred).
• 3-years of experience working in a public or private school system (preferred).
• SEI Endorsement (preferred).
• Valid CORI and fingerprinting required before employment begins.

Responsibilities

• Assessments and Functional Behavior Assessments in relation to special education evaluations.
• Develop Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Coordinate services and referrals with families and district staff.
• Provide direct student services and coaching to students and staff.
• Provide crisis intervention services as requested.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Note-taking

Data collection

Data analysis

Advocacy

Coaching staff

Organization

Computer skills

Education

Master’s degree in education, ABA, or related field

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District - Wilbraham, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Job Details

Job ID: 5856050

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

SALARY: Per Unit A Contract ($53,287-$68,406)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

To assist students with behavioral and/or social problems that interfere with their adjustment to school and their capacity to access the full benefits of the educational setting/services. This is done through consultation with faculty, staff, families, and administrators as well as direct service to students. In addition, at times a clinical component will be required to address the social and emotional needs of the students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assessment
   • Conduct assessments and interviews related to special education evaluations.
   • Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and develop Behavior Intervention Plans.
2. Coordination and Communication of Agency Services, Referrals
   • Serve as a referral agent to obtain outside assistance when needed.
   • Assist parents/guardians with the referral process for community-based services in collaboration with the district School Adjustment Counselors.
   • Establish positive relationships with the home.
   • Communicate regularly with family members and outside care providers to address behavioral, social, and emotional issues that interfere with the students’ education.
3. Treatment
   • Supervise and/or conduct individual and/or small group skill development sessions in areas such as self-regulation, social skills, and executive functioning.
   • Provide ongoing coaching throughout the milieu to students and faculty and/or staff in order to help the students generalize skills.
   • Provide crisis intervention services to students as requested.
4. Coordination, Communication, Consultation/Coaching
   • Work cooperatively with all staff related to the programs/services for identified students.
   • Consult regularly with staff, faculty, and administration regarding students.
   • Train and coach staff in effective behavioral and/or training practices with students

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Interpersonal and communication skills when working with parents and staff and for meeting facilitation
• Frequent and ongoing note-taking and observation of student classroom performance and behavior
• Data collection and analyses
• Ability to use data to make informed instructional decisions
• Advocacy for student needs and resources
• Modeling for staff and students the cooperative process and focus on student strengths, learning style, peers as role models and positive student achievement at individual ability levels
• Recognition of an outside-the-box level of thinking and initiative when working with all students
• Daily flexibility and quick-thinking skills
• Organization and time management skills
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic computer skills

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Active licensure as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Master’s degree in education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field (preferred).
• 3-years of experience working in a public or private school system (preferred).
• Practices in accordance with federal, state and local laws that relate to students and families i.e., child protection, special education and 504, attendance and confidentiality
• SEI Endorsement (preferred)
• Valid CORI is required
• Suitable “fingerprinting” results are required before employment can begin.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $53,287 to $68,406 Per Year

Job Categories

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Job Requirements

• MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Licensure
  Certification Area: Applied Behavior Analyst
  SEI Endorsement (preferred)
  Valid CORI is required
  Suitable “fingerprinting” results are required before employment can begin.
  CPI Training & 1-3 years of experience is preferred
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Joshua Dickson , Director of Student Services
• 621 Main Street
• Wilbraham, Massachusetts 01095
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]