NP Transformation - Behavior Analyst- BCBA

About the role

The Children's Guild is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to lead behavior support systems for students with complex needs in a therapeutic school environment. Our team includes special educators, therapists, social workers, school nurses, and clinicians working together to support whole-child growth.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee behavior support systems to help students thrive in the classroom and beyond
• Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Oversee implementation of ABA-based strategies across classroom and school settings
• Provide direct behavioral support, consultation, and coaching to teachers and paraprofessionals
• Collect, analyze, and use behavioral data to drive decision-making and measure outcomes
• Collaborate with the IEP team to ensure behavioral goals are meaningful, measurable, and integrated into each student's plan
• Support crisis prevention and intervention in alignment with the school's PBIS framework
• Train and supervise Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and behavioral support staff as applicable
• Maintain accurate documentation including FBAs, BIPs, progress notes, and data summaries
• Partner with families to extend behavioral strategies to the home environment
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and school-wide PBIS initiatives

Qualifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing (preferred)
• Maryland licensure as a behavior analyst (LCBA) or eligibility to obtain (required)
• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, or related field
• 2–5 years of experience providing ABA services to children with autism, emotional disabilities, or related needs
• Strong experience conducting FBAs and developing and implementing BIPs
• Knowledge of PBIS, trauma-informed care, and school-based behavioral support
• Experience training and coaching paraprofessionals or RBTs (preferred)
• Excellent data collection, analysis, and documentation skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Why The Children's Guild?

• Mission-driven culture — join a team dedicated to transforming the lives of children with the greatest needs
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Ongoing professional development in trauma-informed care, PBIS, brain-based learning, and more
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment where your expertise is valued
• Supervision opportunities for candidates pursuing BCBA certification
• Meaningful work — your behavioral expertise directly shapes student outcomes every day