BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST (Central Pool - 2026 - 2027 School Year)

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health benefits

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to assess students for ABA services and guide school teams in implementing ABA practices across buildings and IEP/504 plans.

The role involves data collection, coaching, and development of behavior intervention plans, with opportunities to train staff and lead district-wide ABA initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, School Social Work, School Psychology, School Counseling or other related field is required
• Must hold and maintain a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teacher license with a Special Education Endorsement or Special Service Provider license OR a CDE Authorization
• Must hold a National Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Must have completed an 8-hour supervision CEU to be able to supervise RBTs
• Must have 3+ years of experience in either Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, School Social Work, School Psychology, School Counseling, or other Specialized Services
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504 and Colorado HB 22-1260 is required
• Experience supervising Registered Behavior Technicians is highly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills required
• Ability to collect, monitor and interpret data
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency with Google Workspace

Responsibilities

• Supports with the response to requests for support in evaluating necessity for ABA in schools
• Enhances the school teams’ ability to manage student behaviors by gathering data and coaching teams in ABA
• Provides ABA services and assists in development of behavior intervention plans for students with social/emotional needs
• Maintains a caseload of buildings/programs and students for consultation and coaching
• Develops and provides professional development/training to central office and school staff
• Supports development of district guidance for Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans
• May supervise BCABAs and/or Registered Behavior Technicians

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Google Workspace

Education

Master's Degree in Special Education or ABA or related field

Colorado CDE license with Special Education Endorsement or Special Service Provider license OR CDE Authorization

National Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BACB)

8-hour supervision CEU to supervise RBTs

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

About This Job

Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Applied Behavior Analysis, the Board Certified Behavior Analyst works with district leadership and school teams to assess students for and implement Applied Behavior Analysis practices and services. Provides guidance and support to teams on how to evaluate and implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) practices with specific students, including researching, designing, and implementing strategies to support the achievement of students with disabilities who exhibit challenging behaviors. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to enhancing the educational experience of our students by implementing evidence-based behavioral strategies, working closely with educators to meet the needs of students, and collaborating with community partners and parents/guardians to ensure a consistent approach both in school and at home.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary: Click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Hourly Schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. The salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027 school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version , and PERA Retirement . For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.
• This position is represented by the DCTA employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.

What You'll Do

• In collaboration with the Department of Mental Health and Exceptional Student Services, supports with the response to requests for support in evaluating necessity for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in schools
• As a member of the Behavior Team, enhances the school teams’ ability to effectively and efficiently manage student behaviors within their schools by supporting the gathering and reviewing of data, related counsel and advice/coaching that will allow teams to more effectively manage student behaviors within their schools using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Provides behavior analysis services and assists school teams in the development of behavior intervention plans for special education students with social/emotional needs
• Maintains a caseload of buildings/programs and students for which the Specialist provides consultation, coaching and services which may include direct and indirect services to students who require ABA as part of their IEP or 504 as determined by the special education or 504 team evaluation process
• Develops and provides professional development/training to central office and school staff
• Supports development of district guidance and processes for Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans
• May directly supervise BCABAs and/or Registered Behavior Technicians

What You’ll Need

• Master's Degree in Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, School Social Work, School Psychology, School Counseling or other related field is required
• Must hold and maintain a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teacher license with a Special Education Endorsement or Special Service Provider license OR a CDE Authorization (DPS will hire on an application receipt for 90 days).
• Must hold a National Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Must have completed an 8-hour supervision CEU to be able to supervise RBTs
• Must have 3+ (Three or more) years of experience in either Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, School Social Work, School Psychology, School Counseling, or other Specialized Services
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, especially IDEA, Section 504 and Colorado House Bill 22-1260 (Access To Medically Necessary Services For Students) is required
• Experience supervising Registered Behavior Technicians is highly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills required
• Application and knowledge of data driven interventions focused on improving student behavioral outcomes
• Ability to collect, monitor and interpret data
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with Google Workspace
• Ability to multi-task and juggle management of several high-priority projects in parallel
• High degree of integrity in handling confidential information
• Valid Colorado Driver’s license, appropriate insurance coverage, and an acceptable driving record for the past three years.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

About Us

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students. DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.