Board Certified Behavior Analyst: Newman Elementary School SY26-27

Needham Public Schools • Needham, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Needham Public Schools is seeking a Full-Time Board Certified Behavior Analyst to support students with autism in inclusion classrooms and other programs. The BCBA will provide consultation to teachers, assistants, related services providers, and parents. Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community committed to the success of its diverse students and families, and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. The district focuses on cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration, aiming to improve academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensure schools are safe and free of bias.

Requirements

• Certified in Massachusetts as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst
• Master's Degree
• At least 3 years working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three letters of recommendation
• License
• Transcripts

Responsibilities

• Support the Intensive Autism Program
• Build program capacity throughout the district as required and/or support and/or consult with students and staff as required
• Develop programs for students that require discrete trials, ABA work and programming through the ABLLS and/or VBMAPP
• Training of staff in Intensive Autism Programs
• Provide professional development for Professional Development days and Early Release days
• Educate and work with general education staff and teaching assistants
• Complete Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans for students in order to improve student’s challenging behaviors
• Attend IEP meetings
• Support staff with data collection and using data to drive instruction and programming for individual students
• Support staff on skill development for individual students
• Plan with staff for successful socialization and inclusion within regular education settings and with typically developing peers
• Any other duties for responsibilities as determined by the Director of Special Education and building Special Education Coordinator

Benefits

• Salary is determined by education and experience, ranging from Bachelor’s (Step 1) $63,217 to Doctorate (Step 14) $133,922 (This range is based on a 1.0 FTE).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level