Board-Certified Behavior Analyst

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 53 schools serving more than 20,000 students in five cities: Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. We are proud that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional learning that prepares students for success in college and beyond.

North Star Academy currently manages fourteen schools in Newark, NJ serving students in grades K through 12. We believe in strong authentic relationships between teachers and students, supported by effective school systems and an engaging instructional model that enables students to flourish academically and personally. North Star Academy is NJ's #1 highest performing public charter school and has served Newark families for over 20 years.

Job Description

The Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will work consistently and creatively to meet the behavioral needs of students, be responsible for behavioral assessments and development of intervention plans, as well as providing behavioral services in the classroom, including in the Autism Special Class setting. The BCBA will collaborate on the Child Study Team and partner with School Leaders and campus-based Special Education teams to provide related professional development to teachers and staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Board-Certified Behavior Analyst will:

Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBA) and preference assessments
Use the result of the FBA to create a function-based behavior intervention plan (BIP)
Discuss results of the FBA and the proposed BIP with the school-based staff
Develop appropriate data collection tools to measure student behavioral growth
Graph and monitor data for BIP to assess effectiveness
Provide training to staff members regarding classroom behavior management techniques
Provide staff and parent training regarding techniques for remediation of behavioral and social challenges
Provides training to staff members on implementing BIPs
Update school-based staff on best practices and adjustments connected to current cases
Collaborate with the Child Study Team and campus special education teams to discuss students experiencing behavioral difficulties, serve as a resource, and provide support with a solutions-oriented approach
Engages parents in a collaborative and compassionate manner that supports student progress
Confer with the appropriate teacher(s) to jointly write an IEP appropriate to the student's needs
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively
Adhere to the policies, standards, and school-wide responsibilities described in the Staff Handbook
Consistently demonstrate belief in and alignment with Uncommon’s core values and educational philosophy
Demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of their students in and out of school

Qualifications

Evidence of knowledge of special education programming and experience working with students with exceptional needs
Urban school-based psychologist work experience with evidence of measurable student growth
Excellent verbal and written skills in communicating with diverse audiences
Openness to feedback, and willingness to take responsibility for student success
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth
Attention to detail
Flexibility under pressure
Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom
Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
Active BCBA certification and licensure
2-4 years experience in ABA instruction
Strong knowledge of ABA techniques and graphing procedures

Additional Information

Our people are what makes us Uncommon. We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our values—equity, transparency, and clarity—to enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise. Our staff receive best-in-class training, coaching, and support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide a high-quality education to our students and families.

Compensation for this position: The starting compensation for this role based in Newark is between $59,000 to $83,000. The starting pay will depend on various factors that may include but are not limited to professional experience, education, training, certifications, tenure with Uncommon Schools, and work location. Because we value staff tenure in each role, we do not currently cap salary ranges. Please note: ranges may differ for staff who work from a location other than Newark.

Benefits: We offer comprehensive, flexible, and competitive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families.

Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions.

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