Board Certified Behavior Analyst; Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorders; ASD), Emotional

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Special

Education:

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Emotional / Behavioral Disorders (EBD), Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (DCD))

• Position Type:
  Special Education/ Board Certified Behavior Analyst
• Date Posted: 2/17/2026
• Location:
  
  Dakota County Area Learning School, Rosemount MN
• Date Available:
  
  08/18/2026
• District:
  Intermediate School District 917

Date Posted:
February 17, 2026

Position Title:

Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Special Education

Assignment

Location:

Dakota County Technical College in Rosemount, MN with the Transitional Ed Service Alternative Program (TESA) Program

Hours per Day: 8.0

Schedule:

7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, following the assigned school calendar

Anticipated

Start Date:

August 18, 2026

Contract Length: 2026 - 2027 school year, continuing contract

Salary:
As negotiated (24-25 contract attached, new contract pending settlement)

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director/Principal, the Board Certified Behavior Analyst for Intermediate School District 917's Special Education programs plays a vital role in providing a consistent, safe environment conducive to learning. In this role, one helps lead, model, and encourage respect, communication, and competency through the use of assessments, the development and implementation of positive behavior interventions, the reinforcement of positive behaviors, and use of de-escalation techniques.

Professionalism, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach are essential when working with students receiving special education services to ensure their safety and growth and in order to help them understand and exhibit appropriate behaviors at school and in the community. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst will be stepping into a team environment daily, where collaboration, communication, and adaptability are key to the success of the individual, the team, and the success of the students.

This role is performed following District policy and State/Federal Laws.

• Consult, communicate, and work cooperatively with teams to provide appropriate programming for students and maintain a positive work environment for all.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments.
• Implement positive behavior interventions and supports to support student progress, reinforcing positive behaviors, utilizing de-escalation techniques, and redirecting inappropriate behaviors. May be required to use restrictive procedures.
• Support the development and implementation of individualized education plans in accordance with district practice and state and federal requirements.
• Provide training to staff related to behavioral recommendations.
• Comply with School Board policies and administrative practices, including those procedures outlined in the staff and student handbooks.
• Help to maintain safety of all students and the environment.
• Utilize data to inform programming decisions and planning for student success.
• Use flexible thinking and adaptability to address student needs and respond calmly during crisis situations, when necessary.

• Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred.
• Experience consulting and implementing positive behavior interventions and supports.
• Willingness and ability to work with students receiving a high-level of special education services.
• Skills in completing due process paperwork and communicating with parents and other team members.
• Willingness to complete training in Professional Crisis Management and implement restrictive procedures.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication with staff, students, and parents that is maintained during high-stress and crisis situations.
• Basic computer and email skills.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds weight and up to adult-size body weight with two-to-three-person lift.
• Ability to support a student's full body weight up to adult size.
• Frequently requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, leaning, and repetitive motions.
• Occasionally requires sitting, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to tolerate sudden jarring movement.
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor…