District Behavioral Specialist_ BCBA

District Behavioral Specialist (BCBA)

Clarke County School District Special Education – Athens, Georgia

Job : 5731368

Final date to receive applications: Jun 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: May 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Overall

Purpose:

The role of the District Behavioral Specialist on Special Assignment exists to reduce disproportionality in behavioral outcomes across the school district by delivering targeted, equity-centered behavioral support services. This includes conducting in-depth behavioral observations, Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), and developing responsive Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) that reflect the diverse needs of students. The specialist leads in‑service training for faculty and staff to build capacity in culturally responsive practices, data‑informed decision‑making and inclusive behavior management strategies.

Through collaborative consultation with educators, administrators, and community partners, the specialist fosters systemic change that promotes equitable access to educational opportunities and mental health supports for all students—especially those historically over represented in exclusionary discipline.

• BCBA Experience Required
• ABA Experience Preferred

Direct Supervisor

Executive Director of Exceptional Programs

• Coordinates the development and implementation of appropriate behavior management techniques/behavior intervention plans for the purpose of providing a safe and effective educational environment for students with challenging behaviors.
• Monitors behavior intervention plan implementation for students through collection of data to ensure student success.
• Develops and maintains behavior data and creates graphical data representations and reports for progress monitoring of students.
• Collaborates with teachers, administrators, and parents to provide research-based and/or peer‑reviewed interventions.
• Works collaboratively with administrators to identify professional development needs regarding effective interventions, trauma‑informed care, FBAs/BIPs processes, data collection processes, Mind Set, etc.
• Assists with student crisis.
• Assists in debriefing crisis teams in situations in which advanced control procedures are.
• Completes all reporting requirements as mandated by the district (i.e. restraint and seclusion, assessments, behavioral data).
• Serves as a member of the schools PBIS Team.
• Collaborates with school administrators, counselor, behavior interventions, psychologist, social worker and other staff to ensure a cohesive wrap‑around support plan is developed and implemented for students with challenging behaviors.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the field through research, staff development, and attendance at conferences.

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

• Skills‑based Competencies

Required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices and procedures; analyzing data; applying physical restraint practices; facilitating meetings; operating standard office equipment and office technology; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records;

using curriculum and instructional techniques.

• Knowledge‑based Competencies

Required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age‑appropriate activities/behaviors; assessment instruments and techniques; classroom instructional media and technology; cultural differences of student population;

health standards and hazards; job‑related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; knowledge of community…