BCBA: (Grades PreK-1

Behavioral Consultant

Southbridge Public Schools serve approximately 2,000 students across six schools—and we are in the midst of an exciting and measurable transformation. With support from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, we're seeing real gains in student achievement and school culture. Twice recognized as a Gold-Level PBIS District, we're proud of the academic growth our students are demonstrating and the positive momentum building across K–12.

This progress is fueled by passionate educators, high-quality curriculum, targeted professional development, and an unwavering commitment to our students.

Many of our learners face significant challenges, but our educators don't see limits—they see potential. We are a team that believes in the power of high expectations, strong relationships, and consistent support to drive student success. As we continue to accelerate our progress, we're seeking educators who are committed, reflective, and ready to collaborate in a learning-focused, student-centered environment.

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and grow as part of a dedicated team, consider building your career with Southbridge Public Schools.

Job Description: Provide consultative and evaluative services for diagnostic, preventative and intervention purposes in the school setting. The BCBA conducts descriptive and systematic behavioral assessments, including functional assessments, and provides behavior analytic interpretations of the result. The BCBA teaches others to carry out ethical and effective behavior analytic interventions based on published research and designs and delivers instruction in behavior analysis.

The following outline of the role and responsibilities is intended to provide a broad overview according to the needs of the school district.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide consultation to individual students, classroom teachers and educational assistants.
• Provide consultation to families as requested by student's TEAM.
• Complete individual FBAs (Functional Behavior Assessments) as needed.
• Develop and train staff members to implement BIPs (Behavior Intervention Plans) for individual students as needed.
• Consult with classroom teachers to develop classroom-wide management systems.
• Work collaboratively with all members of the TEAM (Team Chair, S/L, O/T, Adjustment Counselor, etc.).
• Provide training and support to staff related to the implementation of recommendations, including modeling of recommendations as appropriate.
• Assist staff in creating visual systems for students as necessary.
• Develop data collection systems for individuals and classrooms.
• Provide training to teachers/teaching assistants for implementation of data systems
• Graph, monitor and analyze data that is collected.
• Provide professional development opportunities for teachers and parents.
• Attend TEAM meetings.
• Develop IEP goals and objectives.
• Ensure that all treatment methodologies are evidence based and reflect the most recent research findings.
• Assist in planning and implementation of transition services for students moving from elementary to middle school, middle to high school, and high school to adult services.
• Develop and oversee specialized programming.
• Work collaboratively with administrators to provide consultation as needed.
• Run social skills groups for students
• Performance of other job-related duties as assigned, such as participation in various committees including PBIS and SBST Teams
• Assist with 504's

Necessary Qualifications: