Job Opening Information Behavior Support Specialist Trainee (BOCES Wide) Job Number

149e

Application Deadline

9/18/2026

Position Start Date

9/28/2026 Position Title

Behavior Support Specialist Trainee (BOCES Wide)

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

$50,452

•$105,613

Job Description

NOTICE OF ANTICIPATED VACANCY

Posting Date September 11, 2026

Start Date:

September 28, 2026 The Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position:

Behavior Support Specialist Trainee Assignment:

BOCES-wide Division:

Special Education Appointment:

Probationary

•1.0

FTE Salary Range:

$50,452

•$105,613. Based on experience Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, flex spending account, life insurance, biometrics (including partial reimbursement for fitness and other health options) and

EAP. E2CCB

is committed to employee health and wellness and offers many health and wellness seminars and additional benefits. E2CCB also offers group employee events at discounted rates such as theater, sporting events and other community activities. There are also opportunities for career growth, unique opportunities for continued learning and additional degrees with 100% tuition reimbursement at the SUNY rate to a maximum of $3,000 per year. E2CCB is committed to high quality professional development and growth for staff. This position will provide support, growth and professional development for the Behavior Specialist. E2CCB is committed to hiring staff that represent the diversity of its students. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job when they do not meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We are committed to finding the best candidate for this position. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet each and every of the desired qualifications described. At Erie 2 BOCES, we take full ownership of our work and contributions. We hold ourselves, and one another, to transparent standards of accountability. We act with integrity by devoting our full attention to hearing one another. Cooperation, interdependence and shared decision making are key to our collective strength and mutual success. We bring our expertise to every student, every partner and every colleague, every day. The high call of our leadership is to unlock the potential of others. We measure challenges and success by what we can do, not by the barriers that stand in our way. We look beyond typical ways to educate our extraordinary students. To be given full consideration, submit a letter of interest addressed to: Dr. Laurie LiPuma Executive Director of Human Resources Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus

BOCES 8685

Erie Road, Angola, NY 14006 Personnel files should be updated and/or complete and include cover letter and resume prior to consideration. Prospective employees of a school district or BOCES must be fingerprinted and checked for possible criminal history as per New York State Law. BOCES Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus is

in compliance with the US Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX Education Amendments of 1972, Part 86. The District provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicapping condition or sexual preference. 149e.

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Job Qualifications Qualifications Required:

Candidates must possess a master degree in behavioral analysis, education or psychology along with a current NYS teaching certification in special education or students with disabilities OR meet the Civil Service qualifications; AND be licensed as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) OR seeking/enrolled in required coursework to obtain the BCBA certification.

Qualifications Desired:

This is a BOCES-wide position which will include travel between. We are looking for an energetic, collaborative, student-centered individual who is committed to students and especially students with special needs. The Behavior Support Specialists are individuals who model excellence in applied behavior analysis and will consult with staff on best practices to utilize with students. We are looking for someone who is committed to a high quality education for all students and is committed to supporting all staff who provide that education. Job Category

Certified Instructional (Teachers, Counselors, Social Workers, Teaching Assistants)

Job Location

Erie 2 BOCES All Sites