Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Amesbury Public Schools Amesbury Public Schools - Amesbury, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5856629 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026 Job Description JOB GOALS: The position is accountable for consultation, observation, evaluation and behavior plan development to support teachers, related services providers, school administration, and paraprofessionals as they work with students with social and behavioral challenges. Must have solid knowledge of the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis including general behavioral assessment and Ethical Standards in Behavior Analysis. SUPERVISION: Director of Student Services/Assistant Director of Student Services/School Principal RESPONSIBILITIES: Consult with team members with regard to behavior plans, curriculum modifications, accommodations and social skills, and provide staff with resources, tools, and in-class modeling of techniques. Assist in the development and oversight of behavior plans for implementation across school environments and ensure data systems are in place to assess progress of effectiveness of plans and achievement of goals and objectives. Conduct appropriate Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) to develop Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Communicate BIPs to relevant staff, provide appropriate professional development for successful implementation and monitoring to ensure fidelity to BIPs. Attend and/or provide training in Safety Care Training for De-escalation and Physical Restraint. Understand the Individual Education Plans of students with disabilities who have social or behavioral challenges, participate in team meetings, and collaborate with special education teachers and support staff members to implement IEP accommodations or modifications. Communicate the students' academic, social, and behavioral progress to their parents or guardians in a respectful and responsive manner. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: In accordance with Teacher Contract EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of school committee policy Position Type: Full-time Salary: $58,859 to $104,074 Per Year Job Categories: Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD Job Requirements Recommended Minimum Qualifications: Certification as Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)– required Experience in evaluation and treatment of students with identified behavioral challenges Bachelor’s degree in Education or job related area; Master’s degree preferred The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Amesbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Amesbury does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status or membership in the armed services, marital status or any other protected category under federal or state law. At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Heather Eigan 5 Highland St Amesbury, Massachusetts 01913 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Map The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. “Sensitive data” for purposes of this section means social security or other government‑issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr