Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Long Term Sub

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)•Long Term Sub Amesbury Public Schools Sgt Jordan Shay Memorial (Formerly Amesbury Elem.)•Amesbury, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5662612

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE

•May 2026 Shay Elementary School Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Job Goals:

The position is accountable for consultation, observation, evaluation and behavior plan development to support teachers, related services providers, school administration, and paraprofessionals as they work with students with social and behavioral challenges. Must have solid knowledge of the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis including general behavioral assessment and Ethical Standards in Behavior Analysis.

Supervision:

Director of Student Services/Assistant Director of Student Services/School Principal

RESPONSIBILITIES

Consult with team members with regard to behavior plans, curriculum modifications, accommodations and social skills, and provide staff with resources, tools, and in-class modeling of techniques. Assist in the development and oversight of behavior plans for implementation across school environments and ensure data systems are in place to assess progress of effectiveness of plans and achievement of goals and objectives. Conduct appropriate Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) to develop Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Communicate BIPs to relevant staff, provide appropriate professional development for successful implementation and monitoring to ensure fidelity to BIPs. Attend and/or provide training in Safety Care Training for De-escalation and Physical Restraint. Understand the Individual Education Plans of students with disabilities who have social or behavioral challenges, participate in team meetings, and collaborate with special education teachers and support staff members to implement IEP accommodations or modifications. Communicate the students' academic, social, and behavioral progress to their parents or guardians in a respectful and responsive manner.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

In accordance with Teacher Contract

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of school committee policy Recommended Minimum Qualifications Certification as Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA•required Experience in evaluation and treatment of students with identified behavioral challenges Bachelor's degree in Education or job related area; Master's degree preferred The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Amesbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Amesbury does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status or membership in the armed services, marital status or any other protected category under federal or state law.

Position Type:

Full-time