Board Certified Behavior Specialist (BCBA) - Secondary
Bellingham Public Schools
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Job summary
Bellingham Public Schools in Bellingham, MA seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to serve as a secondary level consultant for grades 4-12. The role focuses on improving behavioral supports, implementing Behavioral Intervention Plans, and data-driven progress monitoring.
The position requires a BCBA credential, Massachusetts licensure or eligibility, and a minimum of five years of classroom teaching experience, with strong collaboration across staff and families.
Qualifications
- Board-Certified Behavior Analyst credential required.
- Licensure as ABA is optional per MA DESE.
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum five years of successful classroom teaching experience.
- Experience with inclusion of students with developmental disabilities and autism.
Responsibilities
- Consult with team on IEPs, goals, and Behavioral Intervention Plans.
- Assess progress of Behavioral Intervention Plans and data collection.
- Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and observations.
- Support teachers in behavior needs across general and special education.
- Coordinate Paraeducator training and staff modeling of techniques.
- Respond to behavioral crises and provide parent guidance.
- Assist transitions between school settings.
- Participate in professional groups and adhere to district policy.
- Supervise Paraeducators during Extended School Year.
Skills
Education
Job description
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BELLINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BELLINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS
TITLE: Board Certified Behavior Specialist (BCBA) -Secondary
POSITION SUMMARY:
Enhance the quality of educational accessibility within the school and home setting to meet the needs of children with behavior and social challenges, using research-based approaches and best practices.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- District Behavioral Consultantfor Grade 4 - 12.
- Consult with team members on the development of Individualized Education Programs, goals and objectives, implementation of Behavioral Intervention Plans, and placement recommendations.
- Assess progress and effectiveness of Behavioral Intervention Plans and curriculum modifications. Creates data collection tools, works with staff to analyze data.
- Conduct in-district and out-of-district Functional Behavioral Assessments and behavioral observations, and develop appropriate Behavioral Intervention Plans as needed.
- Consult with teachers in meeting the behavioral needs of students in both the general and special education settings and assist in the development of class-wide incentive plans and reinforcement systems.
- Assist with the implementation of the alternative curriculum (discrete trials) within the sub separate classrooms, as needed.
- Provide supervision of Paraeducator in consultation with the teacher and building principal, including during Extended School Year
- Coordinate and facilitate Paraeducator training and provide staff with resources, tools, and in-class modeling of techniques.
- Participate in training to obtain credentials to become a Safety Care™ trainer, (de-escalation, restraint, and behavior support program) and plans, conduct and tracks staff training in Safety Care™
- Respond to behavioral crises as need arises.
- Provide consultation and recommendations to parents regarding behavior and social issues.
- Assist coordination of transitions fromElementaryschool and community agencies, and students transitioning between school settings
- Experience with or knowledge of principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Assist Principals in the interviewing and hiring of Paraeducators, if requested.
- Participate in relevant professional groups and organizations.
- Assume such responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services or designee.
- Adheres to the adopted policy of the Bellingham School Committee
SKILLS/ABILITY:
- Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board) required.
- Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst, Massachusetts' Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services.
- Experience as an educational and behavioural consultant.
- Experience as a consultant in the area of inclusion of students with Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Knowledge and familiarity with state and district curriculum standards.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES and/or DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:
- MA DESE Licensure optional.
- A master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- At least five years of successful classroom teaching experience.
CLASSIFICATION: Singleton - (200 days)
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
- This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.
- This job required travel to/from all school buildings on an as needed basis.
SALARY RANGE: $75,000 - 80,000
REPORTS TO:Assistant Superintendentof Student Services
OUR MISSION:
The Bellingham Public School District’s enrollment is approximately 1,930 students and an organizational staff of 400 employees. The district is split into the following building grade levels:
DiPietro Elementary (Preschool – Grade 3), Stall Brook Elementary (Preschool – Grade 3) Bellingham Memorial School (grades 4-7) and Bellingham High School (grades 8-12), and Keough Memorial Academy (grades 7-12) is our therapeutic day school for students with special needs.
Our core mission is to foster an environment in which students and staff have opportunities to reach their full potential.The Bellingham School District is committed to providing a challenging and academically motivating education where all students, staff and families accept responsibility for education within their schools.
The School Committee and the Administrative Team support the District Improvement Plan and Strategic Plan. Our goal is to always reach for our vision: The Bellingham Public Schools, in collaboration with students, their families, and the community, will provide a safe learning environment, where the unique strengths of every learner are enhanced and celebrated. We will work together to build a shared sense of pride in the Bellingham Public Schools by amplifying academic excellence, increasing communication, cultivating a positive climate, improving social and emotional well-being, and enhancing technology use and implementation.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The Bellingham Public Schools does not discriminate in its admissions and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, housing status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, in accordance with state and federal law. Additionally, the District does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of homelessness, consistent with the McKinney-Vento Act. The District prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination, harassment and/or who participate in an Equal Opportunity Commission investigation. If you have any questions, please contact the District’s Title IX Coordinator at 4 Mechanic Street, Bellingham, MA 02019, Phone Number: 508-883-1706.
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BELLINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BELLINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS
TITLE: Board Certified Behavior Specialist (BCBA) -Secondary
POSITION SUMMARY:
Enhance the quality of educational accessibility within the school and home setting to meet the needs of children with behavior and social challenges, using research-based approaches and best practices.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- District Behavioral Consultantfor Grade 4 - 12.
- Consult with team members on the development of Individualized Education Programs, goals and objectives, implementation of Behavioral Intervention Plans, and placement recommendations.
- Assess progress and effectiveness of Behavioral Intervention Plans and curriculum modifications. Creates data collection tools, works with staff to analyze data.
- Conduct in-district and out-of-district Functional Behavioral Assessments and behavioral observations, and develop appropriate Behavioral Intervention Plans as needed.
- Consult with teachers in meeting the behavioral needs of students in both the general and special education settings and assist in the development of class-wide incentive plans and reinforcement systems.
- Assist with the implementation of the alternative curriculum (discrete trials) within the sub separate classrooms, as needed.
- Provide supervision of Paraeducator in consultation with the teacher and building principal, including during Extended School Yea r
- Coordinate and facilitate Paraeducator training and provide staff with resources, tools, and in-class modeling of techniques.
- Participate in training to obtain credentials to become a Safety Care™ trainer, (de-escalation, restraint, and behavior support program) and plans, conduct and tracks staff training in Safety Care™
- Respond to behavioral crises as need arises.
- Provide consultation and recommendations to parents regarding behavior and social issues.
- Assist coordination of transitions fromElementaryschool and community agencies, and students transitioning between school settings
- Experience with or knowledge of principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Assist Principals in the interviewing and hiring of Paraeducators, if requested.
- Participate in relevant professional groups and organizations.
- Assume such responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services or designee.
- Adheres to the adopted policy of the Bellingham School Committee
SKILLS/ABILITY:
- Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board) required.
- Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst, Massachusetts' Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services.
- Experience as an educational and behavioural consultant.
- Experience as a consultant in the area of inclusion of students with Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Knowledge and familiarity with state and district curriculum standards.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES and/or DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:
- MA DESE Licensure optional.
- A master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- At least five years of successful classroom teaching experience.
CLASSIFICATION: Singleton - (200 days)
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
- This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.
- This job required travel to/from all school buildings on an as needed basis.
SALARY RANGE: $75,000 - 80,000
REPORTS TO:Assistant Superintendentof Student Services
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Paraeducators
OUR MISSION:
The Bellingham Public School District’s enrollment is approximately 1,930 students and an organizational staff of 400 employees. The district is split into the following building grade levels:
DiPietro Elementary (Preschool – Grade 3), Stall Brook Elementary (Preschool – Grade 3) Bellingham Memorial School (grades 4-7) and Bellingham High School (grades 8-12), and Keough Memorial Academy (grades 7-12) is our therapeutic day school for students with special needs.
Our core mission is to foster an environment in which students and staff have opportunities to reach their full potential.The Bellingham School District is committed to providing a challenging and academically motivating education where all students, staff and families accept responsibility for education within their schools.
The School Committee and the Administrative Team support the District Improvement Plan and Strategic Plan. Our goal is to always reach for our vision: The Bellingham Public Schools, in collaboration with students, their families, and the community, will provide a safe learning environment, where the unique strengths of every learner are enhanced and celebrated. We will work together to build a shared sense of pride in the Bellingham Public Schools by amplifying academic excellence, increasing communication, cultivating a positive climate, improving social and emotional well-being, and enhancing technology use and implementation.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The Bellingham Public Schools does not discriminate in its admissions and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, housing status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, in accordance with state and federal law. Additionally, the District does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of homelessness, consistent with the McKinney‑Vento Act. The District prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination, harassment and/ouὯ1e who participate in an Equal Opportunity Commission investigation. If you have any questions, please contact the District’s Title IX Coordinator at 4 Mechanic Street, Bellingham, MA 02019, Phone Number: 508-883-1706.
Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $75,000 to $80,000 Per Year- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Lisa Surrette
- 4 Mechanic Street
- Bellingham, Massachusetts 02019
- Phone: 508-883-1706
- Email: lsurrette@bpsdk12.org
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