REPORTS TO: Executive Director of School and Family Support Services
SUPERVISES: N/A
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Approximately July 1, 2024- August 09, 2024, up to 6 Hours/Day X 20 Days
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides behavior analytic services for students receiving educational services in New London Public Schools, provides district-wide support and professional learning regarding behavior intervention techniques to certified staff, paraprofessionals, administrators, and parents/guardians, and conducts assessments and develops plans that conform to IDEA, Connecticut law and regulations, as well as other applicable statues and regulations.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This description of the position of Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the Superintendent of Schools according to varying needs.
- Provide behavior analytic services to children in the district who present with severe behavioral deficits/needs.
- Provide supervision in accordance with current BACB standards of supervision for Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs).
- Develop materials, provide resources, and provide professional learning to administrators, educators, paraprofessionals, and/or parents/guardians in ABA and other evidenced-based methodologies related to addressing needs of students.
- Plan and oversee the development and implementation of programs, policies, and best practices related to instruction based on principles of ABA.
- Conduct functional behavior assessments and functional analyses to inform development of individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Assist district staff with development and implementation of behavior plans, ABA instructional programs, and other appropriate programs for students.
- Work with students who exhibit inappropriate behaviors and provide support, training, and professional learning for staff who work with students who exhibit dangerous behaviors.
- Collect data and prepare reports for the purposes of documenting case history, assessments, and treatment.
- Maintain case records for all students.
- Assess student's needs, develop research-based ABA interventions, and train District staff to implement programs to address activities of self-care and daily living for students with autism spectrum disorder and related disabilities.
- Participate in Planning and Placement Team meetings on an as-needed basis.
- Conduct evaluations for the purposes of identification or reevaluation of special education services.
- Carry out other responsibilities as designated by the Director of Special Education & Pupil Services.
- Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or a related field
- Certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) as BCBA in good standing
- Licensed Behavior Analyst in State of Connecticut
- Minimum three years work experience post BCBA certification developing instructional programs for individuals with disabilities
- Experience conducting functional analyses and developing function-based behavior intervention plans
- Experience training staff and developing professional development activities related to ABA
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with non-behavior analytic providers and team members
- Available in July for required training (Training will be prior to July 10, 2023, Date TBD)
- Experience working in public schools
- Bilingual, English and Spanish
SALARY RANGE: Based on 2024-25 SY hourly rate
January 24, 2022
New London Public Schools
New London, Connecticut
New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.