Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Part Time)

Wakefield Public Schools

POSITION TITLE: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Part Time)

LOCATION: Doyle Early Childhood Center

POSITION SUMMARY:
Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a talented BCBA to join our team. This position is a .5 FTE which equates to 20 hours per week.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a valid certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)

• Experience supporting children with social-emotional and/or behavior challenges
• Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills and the ability to work with all stakeholders

RESPONSIBILITIES::

• Work collaboratively with school staff and IEP teams to provide support and coaching
• Consult with parents as needed for behavioral issues across home and/or school settings
• Provide training for paraprofessionals and faculty on behavior plans/recommendations de-escalation skills and understanding behaviors. Training may also include the use of basic ABA principles (e.g. discrete trials positive reinforcement data collection). Complete assessments (FBA VB-MAPP ABLLS Assessments SISS Preference Assessments etc.)
• Assist in the development of behavioral objectives data collection procedures and monitor data collection
• Provide crisis management techniques when a students behavior becomes unsafe to themselves or others.
• Collect Baseline Data on problem behaviors graph behavior data review behavior data with students classroom teachers and adjust the Behavioral Support Plan as necessary
• Attend various Team meetings as needed.
• Provide consultation for families and coordinate/supervise home services when needed
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to inform Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs); write BIPs (including material development) and train staff on their implementation
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team communicate effectively and demonstrate integrity of confidential information. Familiarity with QBS and Safety Care (initial or retraining is provided through the district).
• Perform other related duties as required

WORK YEAR: 195 days (to include the 180 school days in addition to staff professional development and additional remaining non-school work days).

SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience and education

REPORTS TO:
Erin Manzi Principal Doyle Early Childhood Center

CLOSING DATE:
Until filled

APPLICATIONS TO:
Erin Manzi
Principal
Doyle Early Childhood Center
11 Paul Ave
Wakefield MA 01880

The Wakefield Public Schools is committed to preventing harassment and discrimination based on race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin limited English proficiency disability or housing status.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Required Experience:

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