School-Based BCBA: Behavior Analysis & Student Support

Northbridge Public Schools; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbridge Public Schools seeks a Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide behavior analysis services and develop behavior management plans for students with disabilities. You will support school staff and families with ABA-based interventions, assessments, and IEP-related initiatives.

The role includes training staff, conducting functional assessments, and traveling between sites to support students and families throughout the school year.

Qualifications

• Ability to develop and communicate detailed behavior management plans with rationale based on a functional behavior assessment.
• Ability to interpret statistical data in relation to behavioral scales.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding and to communicate options when several variables exist.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing; read, write, speak and understand English.
• Commitment to staying current in behavior supports laws and best practices.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, families, colleagues, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Develop materials and provide resources for administrators, educators, and families in ABA or evidence-based methodologies.
• Plan and oversee development and implementation of ABA-based programs for students with autism and other disabilities.
• Conduct behavior assessments such as functional analyses when needed by school staff.
• Develop and maintain behavioral data and create monthly progress reports.
• Monitor implementation and effectiveness of behavior support plans and programming.
• Assist in monitoring student behavioral progress via data analysis and observation.
• Provide training to support staff to implement behavior plans and data collection systems.
• Assist in development and implementation of IEPs.
• Serve as a resource to classroom teachers and assistants.
• Travel between sites for direct treatment, consultation, and collaboration.
• Supervise BCBA candidates and ABA staff as appropriate.
• Participate in required professional development and staff meetings.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Pupil Personnel Services.

Skills

Behavior plan development

Data interpretation

Problem solving

English proficiency

Professional development

Stakeholder relationships

Job description

Northbridge Public Schools seeks a Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide behavior analysis services and develop behavior management plans for students with disabilities. You will support school staff and families with ABA-based interventions, assessments, and IEP-related initiatives.

The role includes training staff, conducting functional assessments, and traveling between sites to support students and families throughout the school year.