School-Based BCBA: Behavior Analysis & Student Growth

DISTRICT; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Norristown Area School District invites applications for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This full-time position focuses on assessment, program design and monitoring for students with diverse needs, including autism and emotional/intellectual disabilities.

The BCBA will lead behavioral planning, provide staff training, and collaborate with administrators and families. Qualified candidates hold a Master’s Degree, BCBA certification, and a PA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• BCBA Certification required.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License required.
• Organize workflow and coordinate activities.
• Excellent Planning and organization skills.
• Must be eligible to complete Medical Access billing.
• FBI, PA criminal background, and Child Abuse Clearances.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement functional behavioral assessments and positive behavior support plans.
• Provide assessment, program design and monitoring of students in the area of behavior analysis and management.
• Provide consultative and direct support for students with a wide range of disabilities including autism, emotional disabilities, intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities, and other categories of eligibility.
• Engage in activities relevant to problem behavior prevention and school-wide systems of support.
• Collect information, including behavioral charts on students and develop appropriate reports and files.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Make use of test data, assessment findings, and other available data and resources.
• Assist faculty with the development and implementation of best practices(s) necessary to meet the needs of students.
• May participate in individualized education program planning, and other similar activities that supplement the total educational program objectives.
• Provide professional development to staff in the implementation of behavioral programming.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Confer and meet regularly with building and district administrators, department chairpersons and others to accessthe need for training session or changes in existing programs.
• Keep abreast of the latest trends in field of expertise and use of technology.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree required

BCBA Certification required

Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License required

Job description

The Norristown Area School District invites applications for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This full-time position focuses on assessment, program design and monitoring for students with diverse needs, including autism and emotional/intellectual disabilities.

The BCBA will lead behavioral planning, provide staff training, and collaborate with administrators and families. Qualified candidates hold a Master’s Degree, BCBA certification, and a PA driver’s license.