District Wide Behavior Consultant

The Half Hollow Hills Central School District is seeking a dedicated, collaborative, and student-centered professional to serve as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in a probationary position. The ideal candidate will hold certification as a school psychologist or special education teacher, in addition to BCBA certification, and will have experience supporting students with diverse learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with district and building administrators, school psychologists, special education teachers, related service providers, paraprofessionals, and families to develop and implement effective, evidence-based behavioral supports that promote student success across educational settings.

Qualifications

• New York State certification as a School Psychologist, Social Worker or Special Education Teacher
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) or New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) licensure
• Experience working with students with disabilities and behavioral needs in school-based settings preferred
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), positive behavioral interventions and supports, functional behavior assessments, and behavior intervention plans
• Strong communication, consultation, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and develop, review, and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Provide consultation and direct support to school teams regarding the implementation of evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies
• Collaborate with CSE teams to develop and implement individualized behavioral supports consistent with students' IEPs
• Support the development of positive, proactive, and preventative behavioral practices across classrooms and school settings
• Provide coaching, modeling, and professional development for teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school personnel in behavior management, de-escalation, data collection, and implementation of behavioral strategies
• Analyze behavioral data to monitor student progress, evaluate intervention effectiveness, and recommend adjustments to programming as needed
• Assist school teams in identifying appropriate interventions and supports to address challenging behaviors and improve student engagement, independence, and access to instruction
• Work collaboratively with families and school-based teams to promote consistency and generalization of behavioral strategies across settings
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure that behavioral assessments, interventions, and recommendations align with applicable state and federal regulations and district procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned by district administration

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• A commitment to inclusive, student-centered programming and positive behavioral support
• The ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and school personnel
• A collaborative approach to problem-solving and program development
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data to guide decision-making
• A proactive approach to staff support, professional learning, and the prevention of challenging behaviors