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Chelmsford Schools lists this BCBA opportunity in chelmsford, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
BCBA
Chelmsford Public Schools South Row Elementary - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
Job Details
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Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 17, :00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026
Job Description
Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2026/2027 School Year
The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following vacancy. The district reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.
Position: BCBA (FTE 1.0)
Location: South Row Elementary School
Develop/assist with individual behavior management programs for students in the classroom and/or inclusive setting
Direct staff training and development of staff in program using principles of ABA
Facilitate Team consultation meetings with classroom teachers/related service providers/paraprofessionals
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Classroom Needs Assessments and Home Assessments as needed and write corresponding report
Review Behavior Intervention Plans and programming with new employees
Engage in social-behavioral elements of annual IEP process (attend Team meetings, assist with the update of current performance ta, development of goals/benchmarks, progress reports, etc.).
Consult with team members re: IEPs, behavior plans, curriculum modifications, accommodations and social challenges
Conduct ongoing staff training as needed for program implementation, data recording
Assist in the development and oversee behavior plans for in classroom implementation
Assess progress of effectiveness of behavior plans and curriculum modifications
Assist with communication between home and school
Work effectively with team members, professional and community contacts, school staff and parents
Provide program/individual staff consultation on therapeutic staff design/implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans
Participate in training to be trained in a crisis management program or be willing to be trained in crisis management (CPI)
Consult and assist inclusion teachers in meeting behavioral needs of students in the general education setting
Respond to behavioral crises as need arises
Manage behavioral crisis situations: modeling interventions, staff training, crisis plan and behavior support plan development. Follow up with team following crisis.
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $61,142 to $114,820 Per Year
Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD
Welcome to South Row Elementary
South Row is currently the smallest elementary school in Chelmsford with a student population of approximately 420 students in grades K-4. We have four sections at each grade level with class size ranging from 20 - 25. South Row prides itself on having a very happy and friendly school culture where all the adults work in collaboration with one another in order to help our students learn and grow. "Whatever it Takes" has become our unofficial school motto!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Job Requirements
Board Certification for BCBA required
3-5 years or more experience working with student with behaviors with a emotional profile
Oversee program and individualized student data collection
Conduct independent evaluations of specific programs/placements.
Flexibility to meet identified student needs
Stabilize student behavior; Be involved with ongoing treatment.
Based on IEP goals, formulate & implement Behavioral Intervention plans, oversee the evaluation of these plans, provide feedback to ensure consistency.
Experience and training in de-escalation/physical intervention strategies
Consult and collaborate with staff in gathering and giving information on a case, and in establishing and planning for respective roles in the modification of student's behavior
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
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Worksite address
chelmsford, MA, 01824, US
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