Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) SY'26-27

MLK Charter School Of Excellence; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Charter School Of Excellence in Springfield, MA is looking for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for the SY'26-27. This role involves providing behavioral consultation and support to students both in general and special education settings.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree, BCBA Certification, and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The expected salary range is $60,000 to $70,000, and the position requires collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree and BCBA Certification required.
• At least 2 years of experience as a BCBA.
• Experience in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and support to students with behavioral needs.
• Coaching and professional development for staff.
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs).
• Support classroom-wide behavior support systems.
• Develop and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

Skills

Behavior management practices

Data analysis

Crisis prevention strategies

Education

Master’s Degree

BCBA Certification

Job description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) SY'26-27

Springfield, MA

Responsibilities

• Serve as a school based behavior analyst, providing consultation and support to students with behavioral, social-emotional, and self-regulation needs in both general and special education settings.
• Provide coaching, and professional development to teachers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers regarding effective behavior management practices, de-escalation strategies, and behavioral supports.
• Support the implementation of school wide behavioral frameworks, including MTSS, Responsive Classroom, and other evidence-based practices that promote positive student behavior and engagement.
• Conduct classroom and environmental observations and use direct observational data to identify barriers to student success and inform intervention planning.
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Design and support classroom wide and individualized behavior support systems that promote student independence, self-regulation, and positive peer interactions.
• Review and refine behavior intervention plans and support strategies based on student progress, data analysis, and team feedback.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to monitor student outcomes and guide data based decision making.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings and contribute to the development of goals, accommodations, behavior supports, and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, counselors, related service providers, and families to ensure consistency of supports across settings.
• Provide direct modeling and coaching to staff regarding behavior intervention implementation, classroom management practices, and crisis prevention strategies.
• Assist teams in developing proactive supports for students exhibiting challenging behavior and facilitate problem-solving meetings to identify appropriate interventions.
• Support behavioral crisis response through modeling interventions, staff coaching, crisis plan development, safety planning, and follow-up with staff and families.
• Assist in the development and implementation of social-emotional and behavioral programming for individual students, small groups, and classrooms.
• Maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with students, families, school personnel, and community partners.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• BCBA Certification
• At least 2 years experience as a BCBA

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of experience as a BCBA in a school setting.

Salary

$60,000 - $70,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

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