Substitute - Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)-(District)-(SY25-26)

Scituate Public School District; Scituate (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Scituate Public School District is seeking a Substitute Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) to provide in-person behavioral consultation for students with autism and behavioral challenges. The role focuses on applying ABA, developing and implementing BIPs, and supporting staff in delivering targeted interventions at Jenkins Elementary School.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree or higher and MA BCBA licensure, with strong communication skills and the ability to work in the United

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college.
• Massachusetts BCBA licensure.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, nonverbal, written).
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct observations of students with autism or behavioral issues.
• Create Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Provide consultation and training to staff on ABA and DTT.
• Assist staff in data collection and delivering specialized interventions.
• Maintain documentation and contribute to progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA and least restrictive environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators; report cases.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Nonverbal communication

Written communication

Education

Master's degree or higher

Job description

Substitute - Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)-(District)-(SY25-26)

Scituate Public School District Central Office (District) - Scituate, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The BCBA will provide behavioral consultation to staff regarding students with autism and/or behavioral challenges, assisting students with improving their academic, communication, behavior, social, and emotional regulation skills. The Behavioral Analyst will model and facilitate the provision of Applied Behavioral Analysis services (ABA), and complete and/or facilitate the implementation of Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP). All services must be provided in person.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct observations of students with autism, and/or behavioral issues.
• Create Behavioral Intervention Plans.
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on behaviors, ABA and discrete trial training.
• Assist staff in collecting data and providing specialized interventions.
• Maintain documentation of observations and interventions; provide input to progress reports.
• Follow IDEA regulations to ensure that parent/student rights are upheld, including students’ rights to the least restrictive environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers and with the Director of Special Services, Principals and other administrators; keep administrators well informed about student cases.
• Perform such other tasks as the supervisor requests.

QUALIFICATIONS-REQUIRED:

• A Master’s Degree or higher, from an accredited college or university.
• Massachusetts licensure as a BCBA.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, nonverbal, written).
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.

QUALIFICATIONS-PREFERRED:

• Two years of experience with children with autism
• Bonus: Bachelor degree.

TERMS:

$110 per day

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD

Job Requirements

Bachelor degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Mary Oldach , Principal
• Jenkins Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

About the School

The Scituate Public Schools have a commitment to maintaining an educational environment and workplace that establishes programs and support mechanisms to recruit and retain staff and ensure appropriate staffing levels that meet the needs of all students through a highly qualified and diverse workforce. Candidates who have a strong commitment to active antiracism are encouraged to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Bigotry and intolerance, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, homeless status or disability are not tolerated and where any form of intimidation, threat, coercion and/ou harassment that insults the dignity of others and interferes with their freedom to learn or work is unacceptable.