Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Winthrop Public School District; Winthrop (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Winthrop Public School District in Winthrop, MA is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to collaborate with staff serving students with disabilities and to assess behavior and develop ABA-based plans. The BCBA will design skill acquisition programs, guide data collection, and provide coaching to teachers and paraprofessionals while aligning with district policies.

This full-time position requires BCBA certification, a master's in ABA, and residency or visa eligibility, with a

Qualifications

• Masters degree in ABA or a closely related field.
• MA state BCBA certification is required.
• 1–3 years of relevant supervisory experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or valid work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Develop behavior support plans (BIPs) and data collection systems.
• Conduct FBAs and provide clinical recommendations.
• Train staff and families using behavioral skills training.
• Attend IEP meetings and coordinate with teams.
• Monitor progress and ensure fidelity of behavior plans.
• Maintain student records per ethical guidelines.

Skills

Supervising ABA staff

Data collection

Consultation

IEP collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis

BCBA certification (MA state)

Job description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5608999
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Mar 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Position Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Position Summary: Under the direction of Pupil Personnel Services, the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will collaborate with staff who work with students with disabilities. The BCBA’s focus is to assess student behavior, develop behavior intervention plans (BIPs) using the Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and consult/coach staff and administrators so that students can access the curriculum and demonstrate progress.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain responsibilities outlined in the BCBA Ethical Code, including but not limited to:
• Develop behavior support plans for students, requiring informed and signed consent prior to implementation of intervention.
• All plans are based on assessment in accordance with BCBA guidelines.
• Develop skill acquisition programs for students, which include individualized, observable, measurable and socially significant goals.
• Develop data collection systems for students and classrooms requiring behavior plans.
• Attend consultation and IEP Team meetings as requested or mandated.
• Train school staff (including paraprofessionals), students and families on implementation of behavioral skill acquisition and behavior change procedures and protocols (using Behavior Skills Training model incorporating instruction, modeling, rehearsal, and feedback) including data collection.
• Supervise implementation of skill acquisition and behavior change programs and procedures by observing, modeling, providing feedback, and providing ongoing training to others.
• Conduct comprehensive Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and make appropriate clinical recommendations.
• Create Behavioral Support Plans (BIPs) that can be implemented in a classroom and outline how data is collected to measure progress on the BIP.
• Provide consultation for staff, students, families and other caregivers.
• Collaborate and consult with other providers regarding behavior plans, curriculum modifications, accommodations and social skills.
• Review and edit IEP goals for behavior needs. Assure that all behavior objectives in each student’s IEP are addressed and implemented with fidelity.
• Graph and analyze data collected by teachers and staff.
• Perform periodic observational checks and monitor procedural integrity.
• Disseminate ABA principles and concepts across people and settings.
• Maintain student records and documentation in accordance with the Ethical Code.
• Participates in program/administrative meetings as requested by supervisors.
• Stay abreast of developments and changes in district and state-wide policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional status as required (certification, etc.).

Position Type: Full-time: 206 day contract

Requirements:

• Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a closely related field.
• MA state Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification.
• Experience supervising ABA Techs/Paraprofessionals.
• At least 1-3 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

• Organization-level Positions > Analyst
• Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD
• Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Susan Gibbons , Executive Director of Pupil Personnel
• District Administration
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]