Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Bridge Program
Location: Andover
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Description The APS Bridge Program is a small-group program
serving students with Autism and related neurodevelopmental
disorders. Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) for the Bridge
Program provide development and direct supervision of Applied
Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming in the district.
Responsibilities -Services include: functional
assessment/functional behavioral assessment, behavior plan
development, development of IEP goals & objectives, development of
individualized skill building curricula, staff and parent training,
and consultation to team members. BCBAs also provide these services
in the school setting, and they collaborate with clinical
providers, such as home service providers, to ensure a continuity
of care. -Provide direct instruction, training and support to
students with Autism and their family members to insure the
successful inclusion of K-12 students in a public school setting.
-BCBAs may supervise Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) in
district. They also provide broad staff support and trainings for
staff regarding use of ABA strategies. -BCBAs are required to be
trained in SafetyCare and are strongly encouraged to become
district SafetyCare trainers. -Effectively manage caseload and
prepare all documentation in a timely fashion; participate in
related IEP meetings. Strong skills in organized data collection,
tracking, and presentation are required. -Bridge Program BCBAs
collaborate with, and participate in case discussions/peer
supervision with, the district’s broader group of mental and
behavioral health professionals, including other BCBAs,
psychologists, social workers, and allied health professionals.
Qualifications -Active certification as a BCBA -Master degree
preferred -Strong knowledge of the principles and practice of
Applied Behavior Analysis. -Prior experience in the evaluation and
treatment of children with serious behavioral problems and Autism
required. -Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks/goals
for self and others. -Ability to handle multitude of varying and
complex issues -Effective written and verbal communication skills
with individuals and groups at all professional levels. -Experience
consulting with teachers and staff to support students' behavior in
the classroom. -Experience within a public school setting strongly
preferred. Supplemental Information Andover Public Schools (APS)
seeks candidates who embody our ethos, which includes valuing the
identities of all students, high expectations for all students,
teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and
responsibility.APS is committed to hiring and supporting a racially
and ethnically diverse faculty and staff. Racially and ethnically
diverse teachers produce a myriad of positive outcomes for all
students, especially the most historically marginalized
students.
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