Teacher/Behavioral Specialist, OSS

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Public Schools in Cambridge, MA seeks a Teacher/Behavioral Specialist for the Office of Student Services to design and implement IEPs and 504 Plans, and to develop behavior reduction programs that support student growth. The role involves staff training, progress monitoring, and collaboration with families and outside organizations.

The successful candidate will hold a MA DESE license for Severe/Moderate needs and BCBA licensure, with experience in public schools and behavioral

Qualifications

• MA DESE license: Severe or Moderate required.
• BCBA licensure is required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of behavioral principles and data collection.
• Experience with IEPs and 504 plans in public schools.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to staff regarding behavioral programming and data collection.
• Design goals and behavior reduction programs to support student progress.
• Monitor implementation and effectiveness of programs and adjust as needed.
• Consult with teachers, families and outside organizations regularly.
• Facilitate inclusion in general education and community settings.
• Attend team meetings including IEPs, re-evaluations and progress meetings.
• Collaborate with all team members and Office of Special Education staff.
• Implement carryover of skills targeted in therapy in classroom settings.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments and analyze results.
• Write and monitor behavior support plans.
• Train parents on behavior management strategies.
• Coordinate care/home services with families/guardians.

Skills

MA DESE License: Severe/Moderate

BCBA licensure

Public school experience

Behavioral analysis

Data collection & progress monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Job description

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Teacher/Behavioral Specialist, OSS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5857266

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

Position : Teacher/Behavioral Specialist

Office of Student Services

Overview of Cambridge Public Schools:

Cambridge is a vibrant, diverse city as well as a central hub of the nation’s innovative economy. Educating approximately 7,000 students PreK–12+, the Cambridge Public Schools consists of diverse and dedicated faculty, cutting-edge technology, and innovative programs. While each of the CPS school communities is unique, they are joined in a shared vision of rigorous, joyful, and culturally responsive learning. Over 30% of CPS students speak a language other than English at home, and more than 70 languages are represented across the district. Our schools proudly embrace this linguistic and cultural diversity while striving to establish high expectations for all students

The Office of Student Services:

The Office of Student Services (OSS) is responsible for providing a variety of supports and services to students in Cambridge Public Schools (CPS). Our programs are dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students with disabilities and students who have advanced learning needs.

The Opportunity:

The Office of Student Services is seeking a Teacher/Behavioral Specialist to support student growth and behavioral development. This role involves designing and implementing IEPs and 504 Plans, and behavior reduction programs, providing staff and parent training, and monitoring student progress. The specialist will collaborate with teachers, support staff, families, and outside organizations, participate in IEP and progress meetings, and facilitate inclusion in general education and community settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide training to staff regarding proper implementation of behavioral programming, teaching strategies, and data collection
• Determine appropriate goals/objectives for students and design effective skill acquisition and behavior reduction programs to make progress towards these goals
• Monitor and support the implementation and effectiveness of skill acquisition and behavior reduction programming, and make changes/recommendations to enhance progress
• Provide regular consultation services to teachers and support staff
• Facilitate inclusion opportunities in the general education setting and community settings
• Participate in team meetings, including but not limited to IEP meetings, re-evaluations, progress meetings, and school-home carryover meetings
• Collaborate with all team members, including teaching and support staff, Office of Special Education staff, specialists, parents, and outside organizations
• Collaborate with specialists to implement procedures within the classroom setting to assist with carryover of skills targeted in therapy sessions
• Conduct functional behavior assessments, prepare and analyze results
• Write and monitor behavior support plans
• Provide training to parents regarding the proper implementation of behavior management strategies
• Consult with families/guardians and coordinate care/home services.
• Carry out other related duties as may be designated

Your Skill Set

• MA DESE License: Severe Special Needs or Moderate Special Needs
• BCBA Board Licensure
• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of and experience working with students with social, language, and behavioral deficits
• Strong working knowledge of behavioral principles
• Experience with adaptive technology
• Experience working in a public school setting preferred

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required