Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst

Mount Vernon School District 320-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Mount Vernon, WA
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The Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst (LABA) plays a critical role in supporting students with behavioral and learning challenges by assisting in the assessment, development, implementation, and modification of behavioral programs. Under the supervision of a School Behavior Analyst, the LABA provides direct and indirect services to students, staff, and families, ensuring the successful application of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles within the school setting. This position requires a high level of collaboration with teachers, administrators, related service providers, and families to promote positive student outcomes.

  • Behavioral Assessment & Program Development Conduct behavioral assessments in collaboration with the IEP and evaluation team, including: Practical Functional Assessments (PFA) Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA)
  • Develop, implement, and modify Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) based on data-driven decisions and in alignment with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
  • Conduct periodic assessments and progress evaluations to determine the necessity of new programming or modifications to existing interventions.
  • Review student data through chart reviews, observations, and direct communication with teachers, IEP team members, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure program efficacy.
  • Assist the School Behavior Analyst with the supervision and direction of behavior technicians in the implementation of behavioral specially designed instruction and Discrete Trial Training.
  • Training & Collaboration Provide specialized staff and parent training focused on key elements of the student's FBA/BIP, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of ABA principles and protocols as applied within the school setting.
  • Offer hands-on coaching and modeling to teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff to enhance behavioral intervention implementation.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, educators, and other internal and external stakeholders, ensuring collaboration and consistency across home and school environments.
  • Direct Student Support & Clinical Competencies Deliver one-on-one ABA-based interventions in a school-based setting, focusing on individualized student goals.
  • Monitor and analyze student acquisition rates, ensuring progress toward skill mastery.
  • Track program data and progress, making real-time adjustments to support student success.
  • Implement maintenance and generalization strategies to ensure the transfer of learned skills across multiple settings and contexts.
  • Possess Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent
  • Holds Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst (LABA) certification.
  • Experience in conducting behavioral assessments (FBA/PFA) and implementing BIPs within a school setting.
  • Strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, including reinforcement strategies, data collection, and behavior reduction techniques.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including teachers, administrators, therapists, and families.
  • Skilled in staff training, coaching, and modeling of ABA-based interventions.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to parents, office staff and the public.
  • Ability to read, write and speak clearly in English.
  • Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
  • Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Ability to communicate orally in Spanish preferred.
  • Eligibility for SEBB medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, and LTD if anticipated to reach 630 hours in the school year.
  • Eligibility for retirement based on 3.50 hrs/day or more for 5 or more consecutive months.
  • Optional tax-sheltered annuities: Omni 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Plan.
  • Personal leave, vacation leave (260-day employees only), and sick leave prorated based on FTE.
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