Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

We are seeking a licensed and experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst to support students with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges in a school-based setting.

• Conduct functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) to identify the underlying causes and functions of student challenging behaviors.
• Analyze data from observations, interviews, and assessments to develop a comprehensive understanding of student behavior.
• Evaluate student progress and make data-driven decisions regarding the effectiveness of behavior interventions.
• Collaborate with educators, special education staff, and parents to develop individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Design evidence-based interventions grounded in ABA principles to address specific behavioral, social, and academic challenges.
• Ensure BIPs are implemented consistently across settings, including classrooms, lunchrooms, playgrounds, and other school environments.
• Provide direct one-on-one or small group behavior intervention services to students as needed.
• Offer ongoing consultation to school staff on implementing behavior interventions and strategies, ensuring fidelity and effectiveness.
• Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation when challenging behaviors occur, providing immediate support and guidance to staff.
• Train teachers, paraprofessionals, and other staff on implementing behavior interventions, data collection methods, and strategies for managing challenging behaviors.
• Lead professional development workshops and in-service training on ABA principles, behavior management strategies, and evidence-based practices.
• Develop and monitor systems for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting behavioral data to track student progress toward behavioral goals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of behavioral interventions, assessments, and student progress.
• Work closely with teachers, special education staff, and administrators to ensure behavior interventions are aligned with student academic goals and IEPs.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians to provide regular updates on student progress and behavior plans, offering strategies for generalization of behaviors at home.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings to provide recommendations for behavior goals and interventions.
• Ensure all behavior interventions comply with state and federal regulations, including special education, IDEA, and ethical standards for ABA practice.
• Prepare and submit reports on behavioral assessments, intervention plans, and student progress to appropriate school personnel and parents.
• Maintain confidentiality of all student records and comply with FERPA.
• Assist with crisis management and intervention as necessary, including providing de-escalation techniques and strategies for addressing high-risk behaviors.
• Train school staff in safe and effective crisis intervention techniques.
• Supervise Registered Behavior Technicians.

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a school-based BCBA.
• Active Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst license through the State Board of Psychology of Ohio.
• Active board certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Experience conducting FBAs and developing BIPs.
• Knowledge of special education law, IEP development, and IDEA regulations.
• Strong understanding of ABA principles and techniques.
• Excellent data collection, analysis, and reporting skills.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including teachers, administrators, and parents.
• Strong problem-solving, crisis management, and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to train and mentor school staff on ABA techniques and behavioral interventions.
• Physical ability to participate in crisis intervention when necessary.
• Model the values of KIPP Columbus (Imagine, Navigate, Seek, Persevere, Integrity, Responsibility, Empathy).

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit plan including medical, dental, group term life insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position. KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code.