Board Certified Behavior Analyst General Applicant Pool - Permian Basin

Description

This posting is for a general applicant pool. While there may or may not be an immediate vacancy, we are accepting applications to proactively identify strong candidates for future opportunities. If a position becomes available that aligns with your experience and qualifications, we may reach out to you for next steps.

Mission

The BCBA demonstrates knowledge and skill in providing behavior analytic services and behavior management plans for students receiving Special Education services (K-18+).

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Essential Duties

• Demonstrate knowledge of and aid in the development, completion, and monitoring of behavior supports for Special Education Services as per State and Federal Guidelines.
• Supports Special Education teachers, School Psychologists, Educational Diagnosticians, and other regional special education staff in developing Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) that yield strong Behavior Intervention Plans that meet district guidelines.
• Supports Special Education teachers, School Psychologists, Educational Diagnosticians, and other regional/campus special education staff with implementing the behavior continuum of services.
• Consult on high need behavior concerns.
• Design, implement, and oversee trainings for school staff and families in the areas of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Follows correct procedures for maintaining records and services that meet both federal and board requirements.
• In-field coaching of regional and campus staff using Behavior Skills Training (BST) to build capacity in application of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) skills.
• Support regionally to ensure services are provided and tracked in adherence to state and federal standards (in the areas of behavior).

Knowledge and Skills

• Make Strategic Decisions: Balances bold vision with ethical and operational rigor, establishes governance frameworks ensuring consistency and accountability organization-wide, applies systems thinking to drive data-informed continuous improvement.
• Manage Work and Teams: Sets clear, measurable goals, regularly reflects on progress, adjusts actions as needed, prioritizes work aligned with goals using a task management system, consistently meets deadlines through effective time management.
• Grow Self and Others: Uses data to assess development needs, designs learning opportunities that align with team goals and individual career growth, models a growth mindset by being open about development, ensures personal and team-led learning initiatives are impactful and well-aligned with organizational priorities.
• Build a Culture of Trust: Builds strong personal and professional relationships with individual stakeholders, regularly seeks feedback to improve work experience, creates a supportive environment where others feel safe to take risks and learn from mistakes without fear of retribution.
• Communicate Deliberately: Communicates clearly and professionally, delivers concise messages tailored to audience, actively listens, engages in dialogue by asking and clarifying questions, follows up to ensure shared understanding in both individual and group settings.

Additional Skills

• Proficiency with Office 365 suite.

Experience

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees required in Applied Behavior Analysis or related fields preferred (i.e. Special Education or Psychology).
• Achieved Verified Course Sequence (VCS) in Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Active BCBA® certification in good standing with the Behavior Analytic Certification Board (BACB®), Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in Texas or other applicable state licensure.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years experience supporting students with disabilities.
• At least 1 year experience as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Lifting items weighing 40lbs or less.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs.

What We Offer

• Compensation & Benefits: Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $78,900 and $92,000, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity.
• This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.
• We offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan.
• You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

Application Process

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.