Board-Certified Behavior Analyst; BCBA

Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Cedar Rapids Community School District ELSC - Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5741508

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 27, 2026 7:03 PM (UTC)

Position Title: Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

School: ELSC

Reports To: Special Services Department

Approved By: Board of Education

Salary: $85,000 to $95,000

This position is a 196‑day position, working while school is in session and having your summers off. Workday hours typically range from 7:30am to 4pm Monday‑Friday. Extended hours may be required based on specific job demands and meetings.

SUMMARY:

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) serves as a classroom‑based consultant, supporting educators in understanding and managing student behavior. The BCBA provides consultation through two primary models:
Single Student Services and Classroom Coaching.

• Single Student Services involve conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and assisting in the development of evidence‑based, function‑driven Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP). The BCBA supports school staff using Behavior Skills Training (BST) to ensure effective implementation of these plans.
• Classroom Coaching provides one‑on‑one support to educators (and their support staff) during classroom instruction, offering guidance on implementing behavior management strategies to enhance educator confidence and ensure best practices are applied.

Our services are delivered across both general and special education settings and span all age and grade levels.

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) to identify the underlying causes of student behavior and develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) based on assessment results.
• Collaborate with educators, school teams, and families to ensure behavior intervention plans are implemented consistently, with fidelity, and are aligned with the function of the student's behavior.
• Coach and provide guidance to school teams on best practices for implementing behavior interventions across settings to ensure continuity and consistency.
• Supervise and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) (if qualified), offering support and feedback on intervention strategies and ensuring effective implementation.
• Train school staff and parents on behavior management techniques and strategies to promote consistency across educational and home environments.
• Analyze student data to track progress, assess the effectiveness of interventions, and make necessary adjustments to ensure behavioral goals are met.
• Participate in team meetings, IEP meetings, providing updates on student progress and collaborating on strategies to address individual needs.
• Work closely with IEP teams to incorporate behavioral goals into students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring behavioral objectives are aligned with academic goals.
• Stay informed about current research and emerging trends in the field of behavior analysis to ensure the use of evidence‑based practices and maintain professional development.
• Provide District Professional Development aligned with the District's Strategic Plan on the latest research and emerging trends around evidence‑based practices around behavior.
• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis and completes other duties as assigned.

• Board Certification:
  Must hold a current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Education: A Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a closely related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of two years of experience preferred working as a BCBA.
  • Experience in conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and developing Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs).
  • Experience working with diverse student populations, including those with behavioral challenges or developmental disabilities.
• Supervisory
  
  Experience:
  
  If qualified, must have experience supervising and mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), providing guidance and…