Job Summary:

The board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) administers, conducts, and evaluates behavioral assessments using evidence-based behavior services and designs behavior support plans based on assessment results. The BCBA works with students and staff members to create and review goals and objectives for student behavior and regularly monitors progress, implementation of behavior plans, and achievement of goals and objectives. They also collect and review behavioral data and make recommendations for students and staff members. The BCBA collaborates with other staff members to provide comprehensive behavioral services in alignment with the school’s universal behavior program and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS).

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate on oversight of behavior services spanning grades K through 2
• Collaborate to implement universal behavior program
• Collaborate to develop and enhance behavior services within MTSS framework
• Develop or identify and administer universal screening tools for behavior
• Collaborate to develop a school wide approach to creating a more positive school climate
• Perform comprehensive behavior observations and provide recommendations to school staff based on observations and findings
• Develop comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior plans
• Train support staff and teachers on behavior plans, strategies, and supports
• Provide direct behavioral consultation to administration and teachers
• Provide 1:1 and small group skills training to students
• Oversight of data collection and behavior data analysis and help to use data to make data informed decisions
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Behavior Analyst Board Certification
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience as a special education teacher (preferred)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a school setting (preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job in accordance with federal, state, and Springfield School District requirements.

Tools/Technology Requirements:

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Perform physical requirements with a moderate degree of physical and emotional stamina.

Work Environment:Work is normally performed in climate controlled environment, with very limited exposure to extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes, and gases. No known environmental hazards are encountered in normal performance of job duties.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.