Long Term Substitute - Board Certified Behavior Analyst II`; BC​/BA)

Somerville Public Schools DISTRICT WIDE
- Somerville, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Summary

Under the direction of Special Education Department, the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will collaborate with staff who work with students with disabilities. The BCBA’s focus is to assess student behavior, develop behavior intervention plans (BIPs) using the Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and consult/coach staff and administrators so that students can access the curriculum and demonstrate progress.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

The essential functions or responsibilities listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position

• Maintain responsibilities outlined in the BCBA Ethical Code, including but not limited to:
• Develop behavior support plans for students, requiring informed and signed consent prior to implementation of intervention. All plans are based on assessment in accordance with BACB guidelines
• Develop skill acquisition programs for students, which include individualized, observable, measurable and socially significant goals.
• Develop data collection systems for students and classrooms requiring behavior plans
• Attend consultation and IEP Team meetings as requested or mandated.
• Train school staff (including paraprofessionals), students and families on implementation of behavioral skill acquisition and behavior change procedures and protocols (using Behavior Skills Training model incorporating instruction, modeling, rehearsal, and feedback) including data collection
• Supervise implementation of skill acquisition and behavior change programs and procedures by observing, modeling, providing feedback, and providing ongoing training to others.
• Conduct comprehensive Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and make appropriate clinical recommendations.
• Create Behavioral Support Plans (BIPs) that can be implemented in a classroom and outline how data is collected to measure progress on the BIP.
• Provide consultation for staff, students, families and other caregivers.
• Collaborate and consult with other providers regarding behavior plans, curriculum modifications, accommodations and social skills
• Review and edit IEP goals for behavior needs. Assure that all behavior objectives in each student’s IEP are addressed and implemented with fidelity
• Graph and analyze data collected by teachers and staff.
• Perform periodic observational checks and monitor procedural integrity
• Provide behavioral reports to Special Education and/or General Education administration staff and team members who have been approved to access data (i.e. Adjustment Counselors, Psychologists, Consultants, etc.)
• Disseminate ABA principles and concepts across people and settings.
• Maintain student records and documentation in accordance with the Ethical Code.
• Participates in program/administrative meetings as requested by supervisors.
• Stay abreast of developments and changes in district and state-wide policies and procedures
• Maintain professional status as required (certification, etc.)
• Assist with other duties as directed by supervisory staff.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills

• MA state Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred
• Experience working with young children, birth through age five, and their families in group, educational, community-based, or family support settings.
• Experience working effectively with culturally, linguistically, ethnically, and economically diverse families, including families of children with disabilities or developmental needs.
• Warm, welcoming, respectful, and inclusive approach to working with children and families.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with families, colleagues, community partners, and service providers.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also working independently with appropriate initiative and judgment.
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