Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Job Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Job Summary

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, you will be an integral member of a dynamic Special Education Regional Team, working under the supervision of the Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst, to provide sound educational programming for students with significant behavior needs. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides training, consultation, assessment and direct behavior case management services for the students and staff of KIPP Public Schools Northern California. This role requires excellent communication, project management, and attention to detail and deadlines. This is an onsite role at the KIPP University Park campus in Stockton.

Key Responsibilities

As a BCBA, you will be responsible for the following key areas:

• Assessment
• Development
• Progress Monitoring
• Compliance with Behavior Plans

Providing Supervision and Coaching

• Providing supervision and coaching related to data collection and program implementation
• Consultation and training with various stakeholder groups

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience
• Education/Certification
• Knowledge/Skills

Experience

At least 2 years school-based experience working with a diverse staff, including Education Specialists, Paraeducators, School Administrators, and families.

Education/Certification

• Masters degree in behavior analysis or special education, psychology or social work
• Special education teaching credential preferred
• Possession of Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst required

Knowledge/Skills

• A deep passion for social justice and equity for all children
• Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence, initiative, and leadership skills
• Flexibility, with a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate a high level of responsibility and multiple priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and build relationships across teams and schools
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern California mission and values

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Program Development
• Assessment
• Behavior Plans
• Progress Monitoring
• Compliance
• Supervision
• Data Collection
• Programs
• Consultation & Training

Program Development

• Perform Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Special Circumstance Instructional Assessment (SCIA) to Identify areas of need and make appropriate, practical, and functionally related recommendations
• Present & interpret results to IEP teams

Assessment

• Perform Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Special Circumstance Instructional Assessment (SCIA) to Identify areas of need and make appropriate, practical, and functionally related recommendations
• Present & interpret results to IEP teams

Behavior Plans

• Develop function-based Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and support teams in developing supporting student materials
• Collaborate to develop behavior goals and coordinate other IEP supports
• Train relevant stakeholders to implement BIPs and to teach replacement behaviors

Progress Monitoring

• Maintain and oversee the maintenance of progress records for selected students with determined high levels of need

Compliance

• Read, interpret, apply and explain regulations, policies and procedures applicable to behavior analysis for special education students

Supervision

• Collaborate to develop relevant data collection systems
• Provide training to staff in implementing systems to ensure reliability and validity of data collected
• Establish & maintain files and records of service according to FERPA and other relevant laws

Programs

• Collaborate with Case Managers to develop behavior analytic lesson plans (e.g. discrete trial, pivotal response treatment, incidental instruction) and data collection systems to monitor progress for assigned cases of students with higher levels of need
• Train Case Managers and/or paraeducators to deliver instruction utilizing systems developed

Consultation & Training

• Collaborate with Regional Special Education Leadership Team to assess training needs, develop, and deliver professional development related to implementation of the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to a variety of stakeholders
• Consultation & Coaching
• Provide school staff with ongoing consultation, modeling, and feedback to ensure implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans and other evidence-based practices
• Consult with teachers in the development and implementation of classroom methods and procedures designed to facilitate positive student behavior and social interactions
• Provide consultation for classroom behavior management plans
• Collaborate with parents on assigned cases for students with higher levels of need
• Conduct direct parent training to assist in understanding and implementation of behavior principles and recommended behavior interventions across home and school settings
• Serve as a resource to school leaders in areas related to positive behavior intervention strategies, school environment, alternatives to discipline, student behavior needs and staff development

Equity and Diversity

• Demonstrate belief that educators can and must actively work against systems of oppression in their daily roles
• Recognize issues of equity that affect routine interactions with other people and organizations
• Demonstrate sensitivity and skills needed to work with families, students, and staff from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Modify or adapt routine practice to effectively meet these diverse needs

Professional Practice

• Apply ethics and standards of professional practice in the workplace and observe relevant laws and policies that govern practice
• Time Management
• Adhere to IDEA timelines and to schedules, policies and procedures as determined by KIPP Public Schools Northern California
• Team Member
• Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars and committees, including, but not limited to, IEPs, parent-teacher conferences, and Student Study Meetings
• Professional Growth
• Maintain professional standards and competence through participation in professional growth opportunities provided by KIPP Public Schools Northern California and in self-directed professional growth activities
• Perform other school-specific duties as assigned by School Leader and/or AP of Special Populations

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demands

• Physical: Ability to navigate office and school campuses, and hold meetings in different spaces. Traditionally, much of the day involves sitting. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-20 lbs. Driving to different locations throughout Northern CA.
• Mental: Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.
• Environmental: Office environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Frequent classroom/school environment and travel.

Classification

This is an exempt, full-time position. This position follows a school calendar.

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California

We are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Our Student Community

Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are English language learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students diversity.

Compensation

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your familys well-being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits. We benchmark annually against school districts and charter schools in the regions where we operate, to offer competitive salaries. The salary range for this position is between $106,000 and $125,895.

How to Apply

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