SYEmpowerment Zone Autism Specialist; BCBA

SY26-27 Empowerment Zone Autism Specialist (BCBA Preferred)

Springfield Public Schools SEZP (ZONE-WIDE) - Springfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5496256

Final date to receive applications: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jul 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 19, 2024

SY26-27 SEZP Autism Specialist (BCBA Preferred)

Location: SEZP-Wide

Grade Level: 6-8

Full Time

Start Date:

August 10, 2026

Base Salary: Up to $96,864.45 and commensurate with experience

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus of $1,500. Terms of this signing bonus will be discussed during the selection process and may be offered.

Educators in the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership are responsible for ensuring that students have access to strong instruction, experience a deep sense of belonging in school, and are prepared for meaningful academic and life opportunities.

SEZP educators serve as instructors, mentors, and collaborators. They contribute to school communities that value strong relationships, clear expectations, and continuous improvement—for students and for adults.

• Participates as a member of the Evaluation team and assists in the development of Individualized Education Plans and services for students with ASD.
• Staff training and consultation on meeting the needs of students with ASD in general and special education settings.
• Attend regional trainings and meetings of the Department of Education pertinent to educating students with autism.
• Provide parent training and support through consultations and group workshops for students with ASD.
• Conduct formative and diagnostic assessments necessary for providing specific information on students.
• Develops data collection tools to facilitate Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans for students.
• Assists in developing appropriate programs and services for students with ASD in the Springfield Public Schools.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred or DESE license in Severe or Moderate Disabilities required. Other DESE license in related fields may be considered.
• Experience in a K-12 educational environment preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in best practices in educating children with ASD.

If you meet many—but not all—of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply. SEZP values educators who are reflective, collaborative, and committed to continuous growth.

We encourage you to reach out to us at info if you have questions about the role or your qualifications. We are happy to help you feel ready to apply!

Selection as an educator in SEZP recognizes an individual for their outstanding vision, capacity, and commitment to students. Educators in SEZP are eligible for the same competitive benefits available to Educators in the Springfield Public Schools.

Educators joining SEZP may also be eligible for the following recruitment incentives, which may be offered individually:

• Signing bonus in addition to base salary
• Relocation award for candidates from regions beyond western Massachusetts

While Massachusetts is consistently ranked as one of the top states for education results in the country, we have one of the highest and most persistent opportunity gaps. The Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP) - established in 2015 as a collaboration between Springfield Public Schools (SPS), the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), and the Springfield Education Association (SEA) – seeks to improve the…