[IMMEDIATE OPENING] BCBA Contract Position (Charlotte and Durham)

KIPP North Carolina Career Board; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

KIPP North Carolina Public Schools is seeking a district-based BCBA to support four schools (Charlotte and Durham) on a part-time contract through the current school year.

This 25-hour-per-week role pays $48–$52 per hour, with duties including assessments, MTSS supports, and collaboration with IEP teams to improve student outcomes.

The position focuses on compliant behavior systems, staff coaching, and data-driven decision making in a multi-school environment.

Qualifications

• Current BCBA certification in good standing.
• Master’s degree or higher in ABA, Psychology, Education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and emotional/behavioral needs.
• Strong knowledge of FBAs, BIPs, and MTSS.
• Ability to analyze and interpret behavioral data to inform actionable, student-centered interventions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FBAs and other behavioral assessments in alignment with state and federal regulations.
• Analyze behavioral data to identify patterns, triggers, and functions of behavior.
• Develop and support implementation of individualized BIPs aligned to assessment findings.
• Ensure interventions are evidence-based, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive.
• Monitor fidelity of implementation and overall effectiveness of interventions using data.
• Support MTSS Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavioral interventions within MTSS frameworks.
• Provide targeted direct support, modeling, and coaching in classroom settings as needed.
• Collaborate with school teams to reduce exclusionary practices and increase access to instruction.
• Serve as a key team member in IEP meetings and problem-solving discussions.
• Provide guidance on proactive classroom management and positive behavior supports.

Skills

BCBA certification

Data analysis

MTSS

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree or higher in ABA or related field

Tools

FBAs

BIPs

MTSS framework

Job description

Description

Organizational Overview

KIPP NC is a network of eight high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools providing an academically rigorous and joyous school experience to more than 3,000 students in grades K-12 in Charlotte, Durham, and Gaston. KIPP NC supports several thousand alumni on their journey to and through high school, college, and career.

KIPP NC is building on a rich tradition of academic excellence and relentless fight for social justice present from the founding of both KIPP ENC and KIPP Charlotte. KIPP ENC is the second oldest KIPP region in the nation. In its 21 years of operation, KIPP ENC has been a cornerstone for students and families in rural Gaston and Halifax, operating two primary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. Over the past six years, it grew to serve even more students by opening up a middle school in Durham, an urban center in the center part of the state. KIPP Charlotte, which grew out of the strong traditions and academics of KIPP ENC, has supported students and families for the past 14 years, operating one primary school and one middle school in the largest city in North Carolina.

KIPP North Carolina is building upon the successes and experiences of KIPP ENC and KIPP Charlotte to provide inclusive school environments and an educational program that will enable our students to lead full lives and equip graduates to be future leaders and agents of change in North Carolina and beyond. KIPP NC is engaging in direct, anti-racist work, and contributes meaningfully to the dismantling of structures of inequality within our organization, schools, and classrooms. We’re committed to expanding our efforts to embed anti-racism in all of our activities and engagements within our classrooms and schools, across our organization, and throughout the State of North Carolina. All of this will be in a tireless effort to create classrooms that are homeplaces for our students, places where they feel safe, loved, validated, seen, and heard, places where all their beautiful identities will be affirmed and celebrated, and places where they will learn the academic knowledge and skills needed for college, career, and beyond.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Contract Role Overview

KIPP North Carolina Public Schools is seeking a highly skilled Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to serve as a district-based behavioral specialist supporting schools in developing and implementing effective, compliant, and sustainable behavior systems. This role includes conducting assessments, guiding intervention design, building staff capacity, and ensuring alignment with MTSS and IDEA requirements. The BCBA will work across four schools, two in Charlotte and two in Durham, to support both individual student needs and system-wide practices.

Reporting & Support Structure

• Reports directly to the EC Director
• Receives additional guidance and support from the Managing Director of Student Support Services and the school principal
• Collaborates closely with general education teachers, related service providers (e.g., speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy), and IEP teams to ensure cohesive and aligned supports for students
• Works in coordination with a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to support implementation of behavior plans and daily student support

Requirements

Key Responsibilities - Contracted BCBA

Assessment & Data-Based Decision Making

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and other behavioral assessments in alignment with state and federal regulations
• Analyze behavioral data to identify patterns, triggers, and functions of behavior
• Use data to inform intervention design, monitor progress, and adjust supports as needed

Intervention Design & Progress Monitoring

• Develop and support implementation of individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned to assessment findings
• Ensure interventions are evidence-based, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive
• Monitor fidelity of implementation and overall effectiveness of interventions using data

MTSS & Student Support

• Support schools in implementing Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavioral interventions within MTSS frameworks
• Provide targeted direct support, modeling, and coaching in classroom settings as needed
• Collaborate with school teams to reduce exclusionary practices and increase access to instruction

Consultation & Collaboration

• Serve as a key team member in IEP meetings, problem-solving meetings, and student support team discussions
• Consult with teachers, school leaders, counselors, related service providers, and families
• Provide guidance on proactive classroom management, de-escalation strategies, and positive behavior supports

Training & Capacity Building

• Train and coach staff on behavior strategies, data collection, and implementation of BIPs
• Develop and facilitate professional development aligned to behavior support, MTSS, and student engagement
• Build school-based capacity to implement trauma-informed and restorative practices

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all behavioral practices and documentation align with IDEA, state regulations, and district expectations
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including assessment reports, progress monitoring data, and service logs
• Participate in compliance reviews, audits, and monitoring processes as needed

Additional Information

• This is a district-based contract position supporting multiple schools
• The role is temporary through the end of the current school year
• Work will include a combination of on-site school support and collaboration with district teams

Required Qualifications

• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing
• Master’s degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and emotional/behavioral needs
• Strong knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
• Ability to analyze and interpret behavioral data to inform actionable, student-centered interventions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in K–12 school settings, preferably across multiple grade levels or campuses
• Knowledge of IDEA, special education processes, and IEP development and implementation
• Experience training, coaching, and building capacity in educators and support staff
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work across teams

Physical & Work Environment:

• Ability to move throughout classrooms and school buildings.
• May include occasional lifting, bending, or physical intervention in accordance with approved safety protocols.
• Work may include exposure to challenging student behaviors.

Compensation and Benefits
This is a part-time contract position (approximately 25 hours per week for 14 weeks). It does not include benefits.

• Compensation: $48–$52 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• This is a temporary contract position through the end of the current school year.

About KIPP

KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and life. There are 242 KIPP schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 100,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students are graduating from four-year colleges at three times the national average for low-income students.

Non-Discrimination Statement and Policy

KIPP North Carolina does not and shall not discriminate on the race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, source of income, or status as a veteran in any of its activities or operations.