What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst position at Birch Academy?
Join Our Team at Birch Academy
About Birch Academy
Birch Academy is a 10-month specialized school approved by the New Hampshire Department of Education. Our program is thoughtfully designed for children whose primary special education needs are related to autism or developmental delays. We focus on building strong academic foundations, nurturing individual strengths, and promoting independence through functional communication and adaptive skills.
We are proud of our dynamic interdisciplinary team, which includes:
Certified Special Education Administrator
Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)
Certified Educators
Occupational Therapist
Speech-Language Pathologist
Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
Behavior Technicians
Together, we create meaningful, individualized programs that promote academic growth, reduce barriers to learning, and build real-world skills that generalize across environments.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or a related field.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
Minimum of 3 years of experience providing ABA therapy, preferably in an educational setting.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) to identify the function of challenging behaviors.
Develop and implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) based on FBA results.
Provide direct ABA therapy to students, utilizing evidence-based techniques and strategies.
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to ensure consistent implementation of BIPs.
Train school staff on ABA principles and strategies.
Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
Why Join Birch Academy?
Work alongside a passionate and skilled interdisciplinary team
Receive ongoing support and professional development
Meaningfully impact students’ lives every day
Gain experience that can support career growth in education, therapy, or behavior analysis
Equal Opportunity Employer
Birch Academy is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and value qualified candidates from all backgrounds.