Behavior Analyst, I (Immediate Opening)

Job Description Revised: 10/1/2026

Position Title: Behavior Analyst Job Title: Behavior Analyst, I Function: Academic Support Family: Student Services Reports to: Campus Principal or Department Director

Terms of Employment: Pay Grade: E17 Minimum Salary: * $63,420 Mid-Point Salary: $77,053

• Salary is determined on directly related experience supported by a service record or experience affidavit. For more information on our pay policy, please refer to the Compensation Resource Manual. Annualized pay may be pro-rated based on actual start date. Minimum Work Days: 210 Type of Assignment: Full-Time; Exempt Contract Type: Non-Chapter 21 Funding Source: This position is grant funded.

Job Scope

Use significant independent judgment and familiarity of the field to perform work. May be responsible for administration of various moderate and high complexity departmental programs and may be the lead a group of employees. May develop policies and procedures and oversee the implementation and execution of them.

Position Summary

Work collaboratively with campus staff and parents to develop effective proactive and responsive strategies to support students who are struggling with behavior. Review or develop campus -level and individual student crisis intervention plans, functional behavior assessments and/or behavior intervention plans for specific students. Work collaboratively with district staff to provide services and support to students with and without disabilities focusing on applied behavior analysis strategies and Positive Behavioral interventions and Support (PBIS) for behavior management. Provide consultation and training to campus and district staff and parents. Provide intervention, guidance, and support for students in crisis and/or needing behavior support.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Implement and select strategies to manage, shape and teach replacement behavior.
2. Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments, develop Behavior Improvement Plans and draft goals for students receiving support through multi-tiered system of support (MTSS), or 504, or with parent or guardian consent.
3. Conduct evaluation of referred general education or special education students and students in crisis or who have recently had crisis intervention.
4. Assist in the development of referral procedure for Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) support in the school environment
5. Create, develop, coordinate, and evaluate instructional programs for all SAISD students in the district using applied behavior analysis.
6. Design and monitor behavior analytic data collection procedures and interventions that meet TEA and BCBA ethical and professional requirements.

Job Description Revised: 10/1/2026

7. Coordinate and plan campus-wide training with a focus on behavior analysis.
8. Create and deliver staff development presentations to paraprofessionals, teachers, campus administrators, and/or parents on topics related to autism, PBIS, adaptive skills, reinforcement, and other behavioral analytic skills
9. Provide support to school personnel to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal education policies and procedures throughout the campus.
10. Participate as a member of a campus/district mental health team, including attending campus-level mental health meetings, SEBS/PBIS meetings as applicable and collaborate with district SEBS teams.
11. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other required documents.
12. Design and implement fidelity checks, IOA (Interobserver Agreement), etc. for current data collection systems for progress monitoring to help make data-based decisions/ adjust programs if necessary.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or related field or 4 years equivalent experience.
• Valid Certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or meets eligibility for certification (must obtain certification in the first 6 months of employment).
• 3+ years progressive experience conducting ABA therapy or applying techniques in applied behavior analysis or 3+ years of teaching
• Knowledge of behavior management strategies and consultation skills
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited university with a concentration in behavior or applied behavior analysis, special education or related field of study and/or Graduate level certification in applied behavior analysis.
• 5+ years' experience in conducting ABA therapy or applying techniques in applied behavior analysis in a related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of, or willingness to acquire knowledge of Multi-Tiered Interventions of Support (MTSS)
• Comply with the Texas Educators' Code of Ethics and BCBA Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts
• Use effective communication skills, written and oral, to present information accurately and clearly to students, parents, and staff.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal mandates, as they apply to special education .
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and district policies, procedures and regulations regarding special education and students with disabilities in MTSS and/or 504.

Job Description Revised: 10/1/2026

• Knowledge of the strategies of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and the ability to implement those strategies with students.
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum standards, best practices and appropriate curriculum accommodations/modifications for special education, MTSS and 504, grades PK through 12.
• Excellent organization and communication (written and oral).
• Proven ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and parents.
• Proven ability to adjust to and be flexible in a multitude of situations in the school environment .

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Frequent exposure to temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc . Physical Demands/Requirements:
• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines and prolonged or irregular hours; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; Occasional: Lifting and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with assistance; Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically; May be required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others; Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

• None

San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance, immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs, services, and District business functions.

Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non -discrimination policies can be found within SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.

San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión, origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos, servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito.

Job Description Revised: 10/1/2026 La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD, disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176

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