Board Certified Behavior Analyst

TheraPeds • San Carlos, CA

7d • $72 - $92 • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, school-based Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in San Carlos, California, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role serves students in grades 6 through 12 at one school location, in person, with support from the school district and TheraPeds Partners. The schedule is five days per week, from October 2026 through May or June 2027. Guaranteed hours include designated documentation, planning, and administrative time, and the position has a manageable caseload.

The BCBA provides behavior analytic services addressing students’ behavioral, social-emotional, communication, and functional needs in an educational environment. The role collaborates with school teams to develop individualized, evidence-based interventions that promote positive behavior, skill development, independence, and meaningful participation in school.

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that partners with schools to provide special education and related services to students nationwide. Its mission is to provide high-quality, student-centered services and meaningful connections in collaborative learning environments. Compensation and benefits depend on employment classification and eligibility; specific terms are outlined in the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field meeting BACB certification requirements.
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Active or eligible for New Hampshire behavior analyst licensure, as required for the position.
• Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), positive behavior supports, behavioral data collection, and evidence-based interventions.
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP processes, special education regulations, and school-based behavioral services.
• Strong communication, consultation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
• Ability to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearances.
• Professionalism, discretion, and respect for student and family confidentiality.
• Commitment to ethical, compassionate, student-centered behavior analytic practices.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric or school-based experience.
• Experience supervising or providing clinical guidance to RBTs, paraprofessionals, and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify the functions of challenging behaviors.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Provide direct and consultative behavior analytic services to students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings.
• Use evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies, including positive reinforcement, functional communication training, and skill-building interventions.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to evaluate student progress and intervention effectiveness.
• Develop proactive, positive behavior support strategies to improve student engagement, self-regulation, and classroom participation.
• Provide behavioral consultation, coaching, and training to teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school personnel.
• Supervise and support Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and other behavior support staff, as assigned and permitted by applicable requirements.
• Support school teams in implementing appropriate behavior management and crisis prevention strategies.
• Complete timely and accurate assessments, progress reports, treatment documentation, and behavior data analysis.
• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team discussions, and behavioral planning meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, families, school psychologists, therapists, and administrators.
• Ensure behavior intervention strategies are ethical, individualized, culturally responsive, and consistent with student needs, IEP requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Safely support students in a variety of school settings and activities and follow district safety requirements, professional training, and applicable regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits may be available to eligible W-2 employees.
• 401(k) may be available to eligible W-2 employees.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support.
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community.
• Competitive hourly compensation for eligible W-2 employees.
• Competitive contract rates and benefit resources may be available for 1099 independent contractors.
• Flexibility associated with independent contractor status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time