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Position:                        Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), 11-Month Employment
Location:                       Milford School District
Reports To:                   Director of Special Programs
Starting Date:                August 2026
Application Deadline:  Open Until Filled
Position Summary: The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will develop, implement, and oversee evidence-based behavioral interventions to support individuals with diverse needs. This professional will conduct assessments, design individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to promote meaningful behavioral and developmental progress. Additionally, the BCBA will support and supervise Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to ensure high-quality implementation of behavior-analytic interventions. The ideal candidate is analytical, compassionate, and committed to using data-driven strategies that empower individuals to reach their full potential and achieve sustainable, meaningful outcomes.
Qualifications:  

• Must have a Master's Degree in Special Education or a related field
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst as credentialed by the BACB
• Experience in psychological and educational testing
• Familiar with state and federal special education regulations 

Performance Responsibilities:

• Provides consultation and intervention regarding behavior management, effective education and assessment of behavioral needs of special education students.
• Possesses the ability to conduct functional behavioral assessments and design, implement and monitor behavior intervention plans.
• Understands State and Federal regulations relative to behavioral requirements and students with disabilities.
• Conducts direct observations and assessments of individual students in their educational environments.
• Develops crisis intervention plans when needed as part of a team.
• Collects baseline and intervention data to evaluate outcomes.
• Serves as the liaison between students receiving special education services and outside providers, private psychiatrists, psychologists, and community agencies.
• Follows students in alternative placements; facilitates transition during referral and reintegration phases.
• Serves as a member of the IEP team for students needing additional emotional support.
• Supports and supervises RBTs, if applicable
• Prepares written reports as needed by district to outside psychiatric professionals/community agencies re: behavioral concerns of identified special education students.
• Consults with school staff on behavior management techniques and information on specific student needs.
• Conducts professional development on training behavior management, progress monitoring, data collection techniques, social skills, or other targeted district needs.
• Becomes familiar with most recent research/practice in applied behavior analysis.
• Provides social skill lessons and materials to teachers, student groups or individual students as needed.
• Designs, implements, and monitors emotional support programs for students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Employment Condition: By accepting employment as an 11-month employee with the Milford School District, you acknowledge and understand that:

• A primary responsibility during the summer months (June-August) is to support district-run summer programming for special education students, Extended School Year (ESY), and/or other specialized instructional or support services.
• The inclusion of summer duties as part of the 11-month contract is to support summer programming.
• 11-month employees are expected to maintain flexibility in scheduling to fulfill assigned duties related to summer instruction, student services, or program coordination. The Director of Special Programs shall make every effort to inform 11-month employees of their assigned summer responsibilities by the end of May. 

Examples of Summer Duties May Include:

• Providing direct instruction, related services, or behavioral support to special education students during summer months.
• Assisting with ESY program setup, progress monitoring, or closure tasks.
• Supporting data collection, compliance documentation, or student transitions between school years.
• Participating in professional learning activities connected to program implementation.

Terms of Employment:  Eleven-month (11) full-time employee. The 11-month work calendar includes an extended contract period beyond the standard 10-month schedule, encompassing 19 summer days or 142.5 hours assigned by the Director of Special Programs. .
Salary and Benefits: Salary range and benefits are commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with Board of Education Policy for 11-month staff.  Compensation will be adjusted to reflect the total 11-month term, inclusive of these additional responsibilities.
Evaluation:  Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.
Application Process: Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website:www.milfordschooldistrict.org. Internal applicants are encouraged to upload current letters of recommendation and resume.
External applicants (including substitutes) must follow the application process. All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website:www.milfordschooldistrict.org. Only completed application packets will be considered. The following items must be included:

• Resume
• Copy of unofficial transcripts
• Three separate letters of recommendation 

Contact:
Director of Human Resources
906 Lakeview Avenue
Milford, DE 19963
Tel: 302-424-6393
Employment with the Milford School District is contingent upon successful: 

• Criminal Background Check
• Child Protection Registry Check
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to Milford School District Policies
• Milford Board of Education Approval

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.

Milford School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. 
If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963, telephone 302-422-1600.