Behaviorist Specialist (BCBA) (Leave replacement position)
Behaviorist Specialist (BCBA) (Leave replacement position)
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Job Description
The Amherst Public School District is seeking a candidate for a Behaviorist Specialist (BCBA) for the Amherst Public Schools to cover a Leave of Absences until November 1st 2025.
Fort River is a K-6th grade school that includes two specialized programs for students with IEPs. The programs are our elementary therapeutic program and our inclusive program for students with high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder or a similar profile.
The primary responsibilities will include consultation with personnel to address student needs conducting FBAs developing and supporting the implementation of behavior plans Team participation and IEP development consultation to staff staff training and participation in the school based Behavioral Health Team and ASD/Behavioral districtwide group.
The Behavior Specialist (BCBA) will function as a support to the special education specialized programs and may also have a consultation caseload for students not in specialized programs. The BCBA will serve as a consultant for teams and administrators seeking assistance in developing strategies and interventions to support progress of identified students. The BCBA will work collaboratively with teachers to provide support training and consultation. The BCBA will provide consistent classroom observation and feedback sessions to support individual teacher professional improvement needs by modeling and pre-/post-reflection. The BCBA will support teachers in the implementation of behavioral support plans support student inclusion in the general education setting collection and analysis of assessment data and development of intervention strategies.
The BCBA will communicate and collaborate with families to assist with the students generalization of skills.
Qualifications:
BCBA license preferred or Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Special Education Teachers License at the appropriate level if BCBA licensure is not completed
Expertise with assessment to include FBAs
Expertise in development and implementation of behavior plans
Expertise in Applied Behavioral Analysis
Expertise in development and implementation of data collection system
Knowledge and understanding of social/emotional and mental health issues
Familiarity with trauma informed practices
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with students staff and families
Highly effective oral and written communication skills
Highly effective time management skills
Strong case management skills
Bilingual and bi-cultural candidates are preferred The Amherst Public Amherst-Pelham Regional and Pelham Public School Districts prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment on the bases of race color national origin age disability sex gender identity religion reprisal genetic information and where applicable political beliefs marital status familial or parental status sexual orientation or all or part of an individuals income is derived from any public assistance program or protected genetic information in employment.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: The applicant should be aware that if she/he is successful and is moving into another district this transfer will result in the loss of professional teacher status and seniority for purposes of the Reduction in Staff provision of the collective bargaining agreement.
Join Our Team at Amherst Regional Public Schools!
AtAmherst Regional Public Schools we are committed to building astrong dynamic and inclusiveteam. As part of this commitment we have partnered withMindWireand adoptedThe Predictive Index (PI) Behavioral & Cognitive Assessmentsto help us understand candidates natural strengths work styles and potential.
Why Work With Us
We usescience-backed insightsto support:
Better hiring decisions
Stronger team collaboration
Enhanced training and professional growth
Improved workplace communication
Leadership development based on employees strengths and motivations
What to Expect in the Hiring Process
As part of our selection process youll be asked to complete:
Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment A short (7-10 minute) survey that reveals your natural strengths and work style.
Predictive Index Cognitive Assessment(if applicable) A 12-minute timed assessment measuring your ability to learn and is not an IQ test and there are no good or bad scores.
Our Commitment to You
These assessments are just one part of our hiring and development processthey are never the sole deciding hired you will have access to your results if requested the opportunity to ask questions and support in understanding how they relate to your career growth. If you are not hired your assessment results remain confidential and are typically not shared beyond the hiring process. Employers use The Predictive Index assessments only to evaluate candidates for a specific role and do not retain or share results for future use without consent.
At Amherst Regional Public Schools we believe inhiring the best people and helping them succeed. Weve found these insights to be remarkably accurate positive and valuable in identifying natural strengths. Were excited to provide you with this unique perspective to support your success and career development. If youre passionate about education and professional growth we encourage you to apply!
Apply today and become part of a team that values you!
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
