Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Reports To: Director of Student Services

Location

Rochester School District Rochester, New Hampshire

Position Purpose

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides consultation, coaching, and behavioral support services for students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs. Responsibilities may include participation in Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), development and monitoring of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), staff training, data analysis, direct student support, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The BCBA supports school staff, paraeducators, and parents/guardians in the implementation of evidence-based behavioral interventions and proactive behavioral supports across educational settings.

Specific Responsibilities

• Ensure the delivery of direct and/or consultative behavioral services for identified students.
• Provide consultation, support, and technical assistance related to the development, implementation, and monitoring of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Conduct FBAs and develop BIPs for students with intensive or complex behavioral needs, as determined by the District.
• Provide ongoing coaching and training to staff regarding implementation of behavioral interventions, data collection, and behavior support practices.
• Analyze behavioral and intervention data to support evidence-based decision making and intervention planning.
• Support staff in addressing behavioral challenges through proactive intervention strategies, de-escalation practices, and crisis response support as needed.
• Ensure appropriate contact with parents regarding behavioral issues.
• Support implementation of evidence-based behavioral and instructional interventions aligned with student needs.
• Assist in creating visuals and materials necessary for BIPs.
• Select appropriate assessment tools; administer assessments and interpret data to make research-driven decisions regarding intervention strategies.
• Conduct observations and provide consultations for additional students and classrooms as referred.
• Make data-driven recommendations to facilitate implementation of behavioral plans, including environmental accommodations and functional alternatives to challenging behaviors.
• Conduct behavioral observations, collect and analyze data, and assist teams in using data-based decision making to support student programming and intervention planning.
• Develop systems for data collection, progress monitoring, and evaluation of intervention effectiveness.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support development and implementation of positive behavioral supports and interventions.
• Apply principles, processes, and concepts of applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• Model and train staff regarding principles of ABA and behavior supports.
• Collaborate with school psychologists, school counselors, special educators, administrators, related service providers, and multidisciplinary teams regarding behavioral programming, intervention strategies, and implementation supports.
• Attend IEP and other meetings as necessary.
• May require home visits for observations.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations, as well as school board policies, regarding education and students.
• Demonstrates competence with the concepts of behavior management and applied behavioral analysis and applies the dimensions of applied behavior analysis when developing interventions for student success across the developmental and academic continuum (PK to 21 years of age)
• Demonstrates professional competence in supporting students with a range of behavioral, communication, developmental, and social-emotional needs across educational settings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• BCBA Certification/Licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of three years' experience working in a school setting.
• Experience supporting students with complex behavioral needs in educational settings preferred.

Job Type: School Year This is a 7.5 hour work day, 200 day position with paid sick days, paid holidays, and PTO days.

Pay: will be determined by the non-union agreement.