Board Certified Behavior Analyst; BCBA); STRIVE Focus

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) (STRIVE Focus)

Harford, United States (On-site)

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April 21, 2026

HCPS is committed to recruiting and retaining effective and diverse educators and staff to build a climate of student success and improve learning experiences for every child in every classroom.

BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST (BCBA)

Special Education Department

Effective for the  School Year

To assist school staff with the development and implementation of behavior management systems to support the social/emotional needs of students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY

INCLUDE

Supports identified schools with the development and implementation of programs, policies, and best practices related to instruction using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Serves as a resource to a school’s Crisis Management Team.

Develops materials and provide resources for families, administrators, educators, and support staff in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Verbal Behavior Technologies, and other evidence-based methodologies related to addressing the needs of students with behavior difficulties.

Plans and provides professional development opportunities related to evidence-based strategies that address maladaptive behaviors.

Conducts and/or supports the completion of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) for individual students and supports the development/implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

Provides coaching and modeling of best-practices in the classroom for staff who work with children demonstrating maladaptive behaviors.

Supports families through home visits for the purpose of providing direct treatment, consultation, and collaboration for students and families.

Assists with the development/implementation of data-tracking/monitoring systems.

• Assigns, directs and does follow-up on the work performed by the Behavior Technician.

SALARY

This is a full-time eleven-month position. Salary range based on the FY  HCEA Salary Schedule for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), School Psychologists and Physical Therapists (PT) Personnel.

Starting Salary: $71,384
- Maximum Earnings Potential $127,787.

HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in special education preferred.

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Trainer or willing to complete professional development to become a CPI trainer.

National Certification from Behavior Analyst Board.

BCBA licensure in Maryland

Minimum of five years of current experience working in the Special Education or Related Services field.

Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Extensive knowledge, understanding, and use of the Maryland Online IEP Program (MDOIEP)

Extensive knowledge of all areas of disabilities.

Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.

Excellent planning and organizational skills.

Demonstrated leadership skills.

Able to work cooperatively with all personnel and the general public.

Proficient in the use of computer technology including Microsoft Office Suite software programs.

Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license to carry out the essential functions of the position.

DEADLINE

Online employment applications will be accepted for this vacancy until the position is successfully filled.
Candidates who apply by Tuesday, May 5, 2026, will receive immediate consideration.

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