About The Position
The Special Education and Student Services Program Director for ABA develops and monitors structured, individualized interventions using Applied Behavior Analysis principles and systematic, data-based programs to reduce behavior and acquire skills. The Director oversees ABA programming throughout the district for students in grades K0–12+, and supervises, supports, and evaluates ABA Specialists. The role works collaboratively with school teams to ensure high-quality interventions across educational environments. This is an anticipated vacancy for the 2026–27 school year. The incumbent may rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up to the expected vacancy date, so the hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated. If it is not vacant by the start of the school year, the hire may begin as a Long-Term Substitute. The position is classified as BASAS, Grade 10B, and reports to the Education and Student Services Supervisor for Applied Behavior Analysis.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
- Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst through the state of Massachusetts.
- At least two years of experience developing and supervising ABA intervention programs.
- At least two years of experience supervising direct service providers.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience completing standardized assessments and Functional Behavior Assessments, collecting data, and writing reports.
- Experience developing Behavior Support Plans and Individualized Curriculum Plans, including DTT, task analysis, and incidental teaching strategies.
- Experience and/or knowledge in Special Education Law and the IEP process.
- Effective written and oral communication skills with students, families, teachers, and administrators.
- Demonstrated growth toward cultural competence.
Responsibilities
- Complete student evaluations to determine eligibility for Applied Behavior Analysis services.
- Attend Annual Review and Evaluation meetings to determine appropriate ongoing services for students.
- Plan and conduct district-wide professional development, including Safety Care, the Behavior Management Series, and 10 hours of annual professional development for ABA Specialists.
- Hire, onboard, supervise, and evaluate ABA Specialists across assigned schools.
- Review Annual Reviews and Progress Reports throughout the year.
- Analyze data and assist classroom staff with weekly curriculum modifications for each student.
- Develop and update student-specific management guidelines, including schedules of instruction, effective strategies, programs and reinforcers, successful activities, and approaches to building and maintaining rapport.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure high-quality interventions across environments and build positive relationships with school leaders and clinical staff.
- Disseminate family resources, including information about community supports and insurance-based ABA.
- Attend training opportunities as assigned by the Special Education and Student Services Supervisor.
- Participate in ABA Strand Site Visit WalkThroughs and facilitate growth of the ABA strand based on feedback.
- Respond promptly and appropriately to behavioral crises, staffing management needs, and other classroom issues.
- Maintain the privacy of student-specific information as required by HIPAA.
- Perform other duties and assignments as requested by the Special Education and Student Services Supervisor, Assistant Director, and/or Executive Director of Special Education and Student Services.
- During ESY, perform administrative duties, including summer evaluations, maintaining and updating student files and departmental resources, and supporting ESY programs as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
