.5 Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Eliot Elementary School SY 26-27

Needham Public Schools•Needham, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Needham Public Schools is seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm .5 Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our team. This role supports students in inclusion classrooms and/or other programs, providing consultation to teachers, assistants, related services providers, and parents. Needham Public Schools is committed to the success of its diverse students and families, focusing on cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration. The district serves approximately 5,500 students across 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, with a strong commitment to improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring safe, bias-free schools.

Requirements

Certified in Massachusetts as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst
Master's Degree
At least 3 years working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Responsibilities

Build program capacity throughout the district as required and/or support and/or consult with students and staff as required
Training of staff
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