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 student''s behavior becomes unsafe to themselves or others.
- Collect Baseline Data on problem behaviors, graph behavior data, review behavior data with student''s 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.
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