School-Based Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Cross Country Education; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid sick leave

40-hour work week

Job summary

Cross Country Education in La Plata, MD seeks a compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to develop individualized interventions, strengthen positive behavior supports, and promote student growth across the school community.

You will conduct FBAs, monitor BIPs, analyze data, train staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support IEPs and safe, inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Active BCBA certification and Maryland LBA license (or eligibility).
• Experience with FBAs, BIPs, data analysis, and coaching school staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FBAs and develop/monitor BIPs, analyzing data to assess progress and intervention effectiveness.
• Provide behavioral consultation and coaching to school staff on evidence-based interventions.
• Train teachers, paras, and support personnel on behavior management, data collection, and crisis prevention.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support IEPs, behavioral planning, and inclusive learning environments.

Skills

BCBA

FBA

BIP development

Data analysis

Staff coaching

Education

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field

Job description

Help students overcome behavioral challenges, build essential skills, and reach their full potential! Cross Country Education is seeking a compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in La Plata, MD, to develop individualized interventions, strengthen positive behavior supports, and promote student growth throughout the school community.

Position Overview

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), develop and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and analyze behavioral data to evaluate student progress and intervention effectiveness.
• Provide behavioral consultation, technical assistance, and coaching to school staff to support consistent implementation of evidence-based interventions and positive behavior supports.
• Train and guide teachers, paraprofessionals, and behavioral support personnel on behavior management, data collection, de-escalation, and crisis prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support IEPs, behavioral planning, special education compliance, and safe, inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
• Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification
• Current Maryland Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) License(or eligibility)
• Experience conducting FBAs, developing BIPs, analyzing behavioral data, and coaching school staff preferred; knowledge of MTSS, IDEA, and school-based behavioral interventions strongly preferred

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $60.20 - $61.50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the stability of a consistent40-hour work week, including paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education: www.crosscountry.com/education Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2