Board Certified Behavior Analyst - BCBA - Trottier Middle School

Student Support Services; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Northborough-Southborough Public Schools seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to develop and supervise ABA programming across school and home settings as indicated by IEPs. The BCBA will conduct assessments, create individualized curricula, train staff and collaborate with families to support student goals.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Psychology or Education, BCBA certification, and experience with students with developmental or behavioral challenges.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology/Education or related field.
• BCBA certification.
• Experience with students who have developmental disorders, autism spectrum disorders, or emotional/behavioral disorders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide ABA consultation to students at elementary or secondary levels.
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and write ABA programming.
• Review and refine ABA programming to meet IEP goals.
• Train staff in implementation of programming and oversee home programming.
• Manage behavioral crisis situations and develop crisis/behavior support plans.
• Collaborate with team members, parents, and professionals.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology/Education or related field

BCBA certification

Job description

The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough Student Support Services - Southborough, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Aug 28, 2023

Job Description

The Public Schools of Northborough-Southborough

Department: Student Services

Job Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Building Principal

GENERAL DESCRIPTION (1-3 LINES DESCRIBING ROLE):

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides development and direct supervision of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming in the district. Services may include: functional behavioral assessment, behavior plan development, development of individualized skill building curricula, staff and parent training, and consultation to all team members. The BCBA will provide these services both in the school setting and also in home settings as indicated on IEPs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree Psychology/Education or a related field
• Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Experience working with students who have developmental disorders, autism spectrum disorders, or emotional/behavioral disorders
• Experience working with students with behavioral challenges including self-injury and aggression
• Familiarity with curriculum development, Language Arts, Mathematics and Content Area knowledge base and facility with modifying curriculum to align with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Assessment System.
• Familiarity with a variety of therapies and ability to work effectively with people from a variety of treatment perspectives
• Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-years’ experience working in the ABA field
• 2 years’ experience as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Certification in a Crisis Management program, certification as an instructor or interest in becoming an instructor
• Experience in conducting applied research

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO):

• Provide ABA consultation to students at the elementary or secondary levels
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments, write ABA programming, and assess performance via continuous data collection
• Provide continued review and refinement of ABA programming in order to meet student IEP goals
• Train staff in implementation of programming and oversee home programming
• Provide guidance to development of district programs
• Manage behavioral crisis situations: modeling interventions, staff training, crisis plan and behavior support plan development, and team and family follow up
• Work effectively with team members, professional and community contacts, school staff and parents
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students
• Other duties as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is performed in both school and home environments

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to respond (e.g. push, pull, or carry at least 60 lbs) to students who are physically unsafe and use physical restraints as part of a de-escalation process.
• Must be able to physically respond to students who have bolted from the building.
• Must be able to physically maintain a safe learning environment, including moving furniture in response to a crisis situation.
• Must be able to travel between multiple school and home locations

Date Updated: 11/2021

Northborough-Southborough Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northborough-Southborough Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class as protected by law. The Northborough-Southborough Public School places a high value on recruitment of diverse staff. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district human resources office.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $115 to $115 Per Day

Job Categories

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Special Education > General Special Education

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Contact Information

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