Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Waltham, MA - USA
Job Summary
The BCBA provides behavioral assessment consultation intervention planning and staff support services for students with behavioral emotional developmental and social communication needs within a public school setting. The BCBA collaborates with educators related service providers families and administrators to develop and implement evidence-based behavioral supports that improve student access to educational environments and promote positive student outcomes across school settings.
- Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and other behavioral evaluations.
- Develop implement and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) based on data.
- Collect analyze and interpret behavioral data to guide interventions and measure student progress.
- Provide indirect behavioral support services to students across educational settings.
- Collaborate with teachers counselors psychologists related service providers and administrators regarding behavioral programming and classroom supports.
- Train and support school staff in behavior management strategies crisis prevention de-escalation techniques and implementation of BIPs.
- Participate in IEP meetings and contribute behavioral recommendations goals accommodations and progress updates.
- Support the development of positive behavioral supports and inclusive practices within classrooms and school programs.
- Assist in the development of data collection systems progress monitoring tools and behavioral documentation.
- Conduct classroom observations and provide consultation regarding environmental modifications and instructional strategies.
- Support students during transitions crisis situations and reintegration planning when needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with district state federal and ethical guidelines.
- Collaborate with families to support consistency between school and home behavioral interventions.
- Participate in professional development activities and maintain BCBA certification requirements.
- Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis Special Education Psychology Education or related field.
- Current certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
- State licensure/certification as required (LABA Teaching License Severe/Moderate disabilities ).
- Experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings preferred.
- Knowledge of IDEA special education regulations IEP processes and behavioral best practices.
- Strong skills in collaboration communication organization and data analysis.
- Experience supporting students with autism spectrum disorders emotional disabilities ADHD and social-emotional/behavioral challenges.
- Experience working within public school systems and multidisciplinary teams.
- Familiarity with PBIS trauma-informed practices restorative approaches and inclusion-based supports.
- Experience training paraprofessionals and school staff.
- Ability to pass and maintain certification in district deescalation/restraint training.
- Ability to move throughout school buildings and classrooms.
- Ability to safely respond to student behavioral crises when necessary in accordance with district training and protocols.
- Ability to sit stand bend and lift materials/equipment as needed.
Required Experience:
IC