Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

JOB POSTING

Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Position Summary: Wayland Public Schools is seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support students across the district. The BCBA operates in a consultative role, focusing on staff training, program development, and behavioral systems rather than providing direct one-on-one therapy. This position is essential for ensuring that evidence-based behavioral strategies are integrated consistently across all educational settings to support the social, emotional, and academic growth of our students.

Duties and Responsibilities (Not limited to):

Assessment and Intervention

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and behavioral observations.
• Lead the development of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) in collaboration with lead teachers and school psychologists.
• Design and oversee efficient data collection systems to monitor student progress and ensure the fidelity of BIP implementation.

Staff Training and Consultation

• Focus heavily on skill training and coaching for program staff and general education teachers.
• Provide ongoing feedback and modeling of intervention strategies for instructional staff.
• Facilitate Safety Care training and support incident reporting protocols.

IEP Process and Collaboration

• Write measurable behavioral goals and objectives for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Participate in Annual, Reevaluation, and Manifestation meetings as needed.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including school counselors, OTs, SLPs, and administrators, to align program language and strategies.

Family Partnership

• Consult with families on behavior management strategies and provide parent training as outlined in student IEPs.
• Share data analysis and progress charts with parents/guardians regularly.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or a related field
• Experience: Previous experience working with school-aged children is highly preferred.
• Cultural Competency: Experience with diverse populations and a strong commitment to Wayland's goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Professionalism: Strong communication skills and the personal characteristics necessary to serve as a positive role model for students.

Education and Experience:

• Advanced Degree: Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or a related field
• Licensure: Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing, Current licensure as a Massachusetts Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA)
• SEI Endorsement: Evidence of Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement is mandatory.

Wayland Public Schools (WPS) provides a desirable benefits package for full-time employees which include: health, employer sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards.

WPS is an equal opportunity employer committed to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and of their labors and will take action to ensure that any individual within the District who is responsible for hiring and/or personnel supervision understands that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability or pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability. WPS is proudly a member district of the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive and equitable educational community. WPS encourages candidates of all backgrounds and seeks applicants who prioritize and value diversity, equity, and belonging.