Inclusion Department Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Specialized Program Board Certified Behavior Analyst Job Description (SY23-24) Reports to: Director of Inclusion Education : Summary of Position Impact: The Specialized Program BCBA will ensure that all specialized program students within a target school are supported to access greater opportunities within their grade level general education environment through the assessment of needs areas and prescription of behaviorally based teaching and learning practices in collaboration with the specialized program teacher and corresponding related service providers. This position requires assessment of student needs, design of individualized learning programs and corresponding data collection systems, monitoring progress toward skill attainment, making necessary adjustments and revisions to programming based on data collected by the classroom team and will support the ultimate goal of capacity building across all specialized program staff members. The specialized program BCBA will also work collaboratively with the classroom teacher to develop classroom-wide behavior management systems that emulate those present in the general education environment to ensure students accessing the specialized program settings have access to the supports and tools necessary for increased opportunities in the inclusive setting. The appropriate candidate for this position will have a demonstrated commitment to the use of least restrictive interventions/settings and value assent based practice in behavior analysis. QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED ● Master’s Degree in Education, Behavior Analysis, Psychology or related field ● Current, Valid BCBA Certification ● Current LABA Certification or willingness to obtain state licensure ● 3 years experience with at least one as a teacher or ancillary school provider, preferred ● Citizenship, residency or work visa required ● Knowledge of state and federal Special Education law, policy, and practices ● Ability and willingness to travel to schools across the district and the Central Office as student needs and duties dictate JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/SKILL SET ● Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of prescribed interventions and strategies used with individuals with a variety of learner profiles (e.g. developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, etc.), and prescribe corresponding adjustments to practice based on data in a collaborative, student centered manner ● Demonstrated commitment to diversity to close the opportunity gap by ensuring all students have access to the highest quality instruction ● Demonstrated ability to apply a racial equity lens to decision making ● Experience designing, facilitating, and coordinating professional learning experiences ● Strong relationship skills, with a focus on rapport building and problem solving ● Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation, etc.) ● Working knowledge of general education curriculum content, MA Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core State Standards (formal coursework/training preferred) ● Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with teams of educators, related service providers (SLP, OT, PT, ETF) and classroom paraprofessionals ● Passion for inclusive education and a commitment to equity, and quality of life outcomes for all students ● Solid data collection and data analysis skills including the ability to use data collected to support team decision making and altering of practice/approaches in progress ● Strong note taking, documentation and case management/follow up skills ● Effective time management skills ● Ability to think critically, while demonstrating the flexibility needed to ensure successful student outcomes ● Regular communication and case conceptualization with Director of Inclusive Education and/or district consultants ● Current Safety Care Specialist or Trainer Certification or willingness to be certified ● Experiencing serving students and families within a large urban school district Specialized Program Board Certified Behavior Analyst Job Description (SY23-24) Reports to: Director of Inclusion Education ● Ability to consistently and enthusiastically promote high student expectations across a variety of program locations ● Delivery of staff training related to student needs and behaviorally based practices ● Real time coaching (including modeling and demonstrating) of staff during implementation of supportive behaviorally based evidence based practices ● Provide consultation to students at elementary or secondary levels with a variety of learning needs and learner profiles supported in the specialized program classroom setting ● Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and skills-based assessments (VB MAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS, Socially Savvy), Design (as part of a multidisciplinary team) and draft classroom wide behavior management systems and individualized behavior intervention plans. ● Develop a variety of behaviorally based programming and corresponding materials to include DTT and NET teaching methodologies. ● Provide continued review and refinement of behaviorally based programming in order to meet student IEP goals and objectives. ● Collect and analyze data and prepare a variety of reports for the purpose of documenting case history, assessments, and treatment needs. ● Conduct initial and ongoing staff training specific to behaviorally based teaching practices. ● Work effectively with team members, professional and community contacts, school staff and parents, ensuring collaboration and continuity of services across home and community environments. ● Supervise BCBA candidates within the Lawrence Public School District, as appropriate, Supervise Registered Behavior Technicians within the Lawrence Public School District as needed**** ● Perform related duties as assigned by the Director of Inclusion Education as needed ● Travel from site to site and/or perform necessary school visits for the purpose of providing consultation and collaboration for students and families ● Other duties as assigned by the Director of Inclusion Education Work Year ● Full-time, 193-day position ● District Wide Position (with initial focus on a targeted school) ● Position may require travel among Lawrence Public Schools locations and Central Office ● Full benefits included The Lawrence Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Salary : $56,372 - $84,463