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BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST (BCBA)
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Title.. Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Licensure.Certification through the Behavior Analyst Board & Substitute Teaching License
Endorsement.. No Endorsements Required
Classification...Certified/Licensed 195 10 month
FLSA Status Exempt
Reports to... Director of Professional Learning and Program Administrators
Salary Classification....................................... Per NSSEA Salary Schedule starting at Lane I Step 0 
Benefits.......................................................... Per NSSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement
Reviewed/Revised...2/2023
PURPOSE:
The BCBA supports staff in the development and implementation of behavioral and social skills programs for students with disabilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Actively participate on various educational teams to support proactive and responsive behavioral interventions to support students with challenging behaviors.  
Support the implementation of functional behavior assessments 
Lead, development and implement of applying applied behavior analysis principles in the classroom, such as pairing, natural environment teaching and discrete trial instruction.  
Assist in coordination of school and home supports for the purpose of providing a comprehensive program for students.
Assists in the development of instructional materials, accommodations, modifications, assessments and data collection tools needed for individual students.  
Collect and summarize behavior data for the purpose of assessing and monitoring student progress.
Demonstrate cooperation, openness for growth and willingness to contribute to a team approach to the educational program.
Facilitate and coach teams through the development and implementation of functional behavior assessments/behavior intervention plans and crisis plans for identified students.
Provide social skills instruction to students utilizing research-based methodologies and approved district curricula.
Participate in Professional Development Coaching team meetings and professional learning opportunities.
Participate in the development and implementation of Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) for students.
Provide professional development trainings to educational staff on evidence-based behavior management strategies and other topics, as needed. 
Provide modeling and feedback to educational staff in the implementation of evidence based behavioral and instructional practices.
Serve as a liaison with district and program staff surrounding application of evidence-based practices grounded in applied behavioral analysis.
Ability to use and model research-based classroom management and individualized behavioral interventions
Ability to use and model research-based classroom and individualized instructional interventions such as activity schedules, reinforcement principles, effective communication strategies, prompting procedures
Be an integral part of the PBIS team and crisis team
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Act as a positive role model for students.
Maintain confidentiality regarding work with special needs students.
Supplement the work of the assigned licensed staff member including, but not limited to, all required paperwork, organization of classroom, and supervision of students.
Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and governing board goals and objectives, and The School Code of Illinois.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
To perform the physically demanding job functions, strength and/or endurance for lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling are occasionally required.
To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical capabilities of climbing and balancing are seldom required.
To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical body movement of stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling is seldom required.
To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the upper extremity physical capabilities reaching, handling, and/or fine motor dexterity are constantly required.
Exposure to temperature extremes is seldom or not present.
Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g. mechanical, cuts, burns, infectious disease, high decibel noise, etc.) is seldom or not present.
Frequency of exposure to injury to self and/or others is seldom or not present.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
Minimum Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Master's degree preferred.
Certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BCBA)
Knowledge of behavioral characteristics typically associated with Autism, Emotional/Behavior Disorders, Intellectual Disabilities, etc.
Ability to coach others to apply effective behavior management and instructional techniques
Ability to physically move about the building.
Ability to lift and position students (30-80 pounds) if assigned to a classroom with such requirements.
Ability to make minor decisions with minimal supervision in accordance with established procedures. 
Ability to read, write and communicate in English to understand directions and communicate with students.
Ability to participate in NSSEO approved behavior management procedures, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) and to apply training in crisis situations including student restraints as needed.