Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

                                  Lawrence Family Development Charter School

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TheBCBAsupports studentsand staff in PreK-G8by providing behavior analysis services, developing behavior management plans for students who receive Special Education and students who are receiving support through the RTI process, and providing targeted behavioral and social-emotional intervention recommendations. This role functionsas consultative support to classroom teams, ensuring consistent, proactive, and developmentallyappropriate behavior practices across settings. 
 
Core Responsibilities:
 
Student Support & Intervention

• Provide services as outlined on Individual Education Plans (IEPs) 
• Focus supportson self-regulation, emotional control, transitions, routines, task initiation, functional communication, and classroom participation.
• Support students across general education, inclusion, and specialized settings, as appropriate.
• Observe students across multiple environments to inform intervention planning.
  
• Use SEL and RTI data toidentify student needs and appropriate interventions
  

Behavior Planning & Data

• Develop andmonitor evidence-based Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) whenappropriate and in collaboration with the special education team.
• Collect and analyze datathrough observation,interviews and review of academic recordsto assess interventionand planeffectiveness and guide adjustments.
  
• Support the development of measurable IEP goals related to social-emotional and behavioral needs. 
   

Classroom & Staff Collaboration

• Consult and collaborate with teachersregarding behavioral concerns and support. 
• Supportteachers andparaprofessionals in implementing behaviorplans with fidelity. 
  
• Provide professional development and model best practices for staff related to implementation of behavior plans, interventions, and positive supports.
  

 
Meetings, Communication & Leadership

• Attend and contribute to IEP meetings, RTI meetings,and other relevant meetings.
  
• Communicate with familiesregarding student progress related to individual behavior plans,asappropriate.
  
• Provide regular updates and consultations with school leadership, including the Principal,Heads of School, and Student Services Coordinator. 

Qualifications 

• Masters Degree in Education or related field  

• BCBA Certification  

• 3years experience preferred  

• Experience with urban students of Hispanic backgrounds preferred  

• Experience in Pk-8 Educational Setting preferred 

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) Preferred 

• Commitment to the mission and goals of LFDCS  

• Demonstrated excellent communication skills (oral and written)  

Full-Time,School-Year position

Reports toPrincipal 

Lawrence Family Development Charter School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.