Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)

AUBURN CITY SCHOOLS 

BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIORAL ANALYST (BCBA) - 204 CONTRACT DAYS

QUALIFICATIONS:

• M.S. Degree and Certification in advanced behavioral analysis and a passing score on the BCBA exam.
• Computer proficiency.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication.  Ability to write reports with proficiency. Ability to deal with irate and/or frustrated parents. Ability to diffuse tense situations and conflicts.  Organizational and problem solving skills.

REPORTS TO:

Special Education Director

JOB GOAL

To provide behavior-analytic services and implement behavioral interventions.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

•   (1)       Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the school setting.
•   (2)       Exhibits positive human relations skills.
•   (3)       Communicates with parents/guardians, colleagues, and community groups.
•   (4)       Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
•   (5)       Maintains and submits records and reports.
•   (6)       Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policy, and state and federal rules and regulations.
•   (7)       Engages in personal professional growth and demonstrates professional ethics and leadership.
•   (8)       Assesses referred students through appropriate testing and diagnostic practices.
• (9)        Assists in the identification of students requiring assistance from the BCBA.
• (10)      Provides data for the tracking system for special education.
• (11)       Confers with teachers and parents/guardians.
• (12)       Interprets the behavioral interventions to students, teachers, parents/guardians, and administrators.
• (13)      Complies with other directives / requests from the Special Education Director.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Light Work:  Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system's approved compensation plan.

Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.               

EVALUATION:                               

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

Job Description Supplement No. 05                                               

• Essential Performance Responsibilities