School-Based BCBA: Behavioral Support & Coaching

Reading Public Schools; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Public Schools in Reading, Massachusetts is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for a 1.0 FTE, benefits-eligible position. The BCBA will support Early Childhood through Post-Grad consulting with teachers of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and behavioral needs, coordinating with teams and administrators.

Responsibilities include data collection and analysis, development of intervention strategies, implementation of Behavioral Support Plans, coaching teachers,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree; experience working directly with students, providing consultation within a school setting preferred.
• Strong ability to analyze data and interpret assessment results to inform interventions.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, families and district staff to support student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation to teachers and support staff as needed, both in and out of district.
• Coordinate, plan and update programs for implementation by behavior technicians for Home Services.
• Complete Home Assessments for identified students.
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments, write FBA reports and analyze findings, write Behavioral Support Plans.
• Train and model for teacher teams the implementation of Behavioral Support Plans.
• Collect baseline data on problem behaviors and adjust plans as necessary.
• Observe staff implementing plans and provide feedback and training.
• Attend IEP/504 meetings for students with behavioral needs.
• Consult with families as needed for behavioral issues across home and/or school settings.
• Collaborate with physicians and outside agencies as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Professional collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Reading Public Schools in Reading, Massachusetts is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for a 1.0 FTE, benefits-eligible position. The BCBA will support Early Childhood through Post-Grad consulting with teachers of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and behavioral needs, coordinating with teams and administrators.

Responsibilities include data collection and analysis, development of intervention strategies, implementation of Behavioral Support Plans, coaching teachers,