BCBA 05 Fte

ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Arlington MA 02476

The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging experience growth and joy and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:Board Certified Behavior Analyst 0.5 FTE)

Qualifications:

1. Certified BCBA
2. Knowledge of child development special education and behavioral interventions
3. Knowledge of Federal and State special education laws and regulations
4. Experience working with students directly either as a teacher social worker or related service provider.
5. Experience developing behavior plans and crisis management plans
6. Masters Degree and DESE licensure preferred
7. TCI training preferred
8. Strong organizational skills required.

Job Duties:

1. Determine specific behavior problems or social adjustment difficulties of students and recommend interventions.
2. Draft and implement behavior plans and individual crisis management plans
3. Conduct functional behavioral assessments
4. Prepare progress reports and evaluations
5. Administer appropriate and necessary testing
6. Assist administrators teachers and staff in using appropriate behavioral strategies and interventions
7. Counsel students in identifying and addressing issues
8. Work with parents and apprise them of problems and progress
9. Participate in conference evaluations and IEP meetings as appropriate
10. Keep abreast of developments in the field.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 183 Days

REPORTS TO: Special Education Coordinator and Building Principal

Arlington has a well established new teacher induction program with mentoring throughout the school year.

Salary and Benefits are consistent with theCollective Bargaining Agreement between the Arlington School Committee and the Arlington Education Association.

TheSalary Scheduleis on our website. Salary placement is based on Education and Experience.

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives values and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society are creative and willing to try new approaches and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students are ready to engage in twoway partnership with families and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.