Freelance Classification Analyst Jobs in Chicago, IL

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with a school in Cook County, Illinois to hire dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
The Board Certified Behavior Analyst supports students with behavioral, social, and emotional needs by designing and overseeing evidence-based behavior intervention plans. This role collaborates closely with educators, families, and support staff to promote positive student outcomes and a supportive school environment across the district.

Position Details:

• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• End Date: May 28, 2027
• Schedule: 8:00am-3:00pm (6.5 hours/day)
• Grade Levels: K-2
• Location: On-Site in Cook County, IL
• School Year: 2026/2027

Responsibilities:

• Complete behavior assessments and interpret findings to identify drivers of student behavior.
• Build individualized behavior support plans that target measurable skill-building and behavior change.
• Coach school staff on consistent implementation of behavior strategies across learning settings.
• Set up and maintain behavior data systems, reviewing progress to adjust interventions as needed.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams and families to support carryover and alignment of plans.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential.
• Illinois state-issued BCBA license.
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Experience supporting early elementary learners (K-2) in a school-based setting.
• Ability to work on-site and follow the scheduled school-day hours.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.

• • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.

• • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.

• • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

• • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.