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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 leading schools. We're partnering with a school district in Essex County, Massachusetts to hire a dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for the 2026-2027 school year.
In this role, you will provide behavioral support and consultation services to elementary and middle school students while collaborating with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective behavior strategies that promote student success across academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains.

• Location: Onsite in Essex County, MA

• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

• Weekly Hours: 35 hours per week

• School Year: 2026-2027

• Grade Levels: Elementary and Middle School

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

• Provide direct and consultative behavioral support to students, teachers, and staff.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to monitor student progress and guide intervention decisions.

• Collaborate with special education staff, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.

• Provide coaching, training, and support to teachers, paraprofessionals, and classroom staff on behavior management strategies and data collection practices.

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of evidence-based behavioral interventions.

• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal special education requirements.

• Support the implementation of positive behavior supports and data-driven decision-making practices throughout the school environment.

• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field

• Massachusetts Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) license, or eligibility for Massachusetts licensure

• School-based BCBA experience preferred

• Experience conducting FBAs and developing BIPs

• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP implementation, special education compliance, and behavioral intervention strategies

• Strong communication, collaboration, and data analysis skills

• 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.

If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

• • 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.