Catalina Foothills School District is seeking a qualified Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide part-time support to students, staff, and families. The BCBA will oversee and support district inclusion educational assistants and/or behavior technicians, provide consultation to school teams, and ensure the use of evidence-based practices that promote positive student outcomes.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this job class.)

Provide oversight, guidance, and supervision to district inclusion educational assistants and/or behavior technicians, ensuring adherence to ethical and professional standards.
Collaborate with school teams to design, monitor, and adjust individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs), as needed, and guide data-driven decision-making.
Support the training and coaching of staff in the implementation of evidence-based behavior strategies.
Maintain accurate records of services, supervision, and student progress in compliance with district, state, and professional requirements.
Consult with administrators, teachers, related service providers, and parents to foster positive behavioral supports across school environments.
Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, and district policies related to student behavior and support.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:

Federal, state, and district policies, procedures, laws, and regulations related to special education.
The educational system and its critical components, including ethical/legal responsibilities applying to BCBAs in the educational setting.
Report writing techniques.
Intervention, including but not limited to: building replacement skills, implementing reinforcement systems, and using task analysis, prompting, shaping, and fading strategies for skill acquisition.
Skill in communicating effectively, orally, and in writing with correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and the Google Suite.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to:

Work cooperatively, effectively, and respectfully with staff, parents, and students from diverse backgrounds.
Provide staff training and consultation related to behavioral interventions.
Work independently with little direction.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:

Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related field.
Experience working with school-aged students and supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.
Knowledge of special education law and best practices in Positive Behavior Supports (PBS).
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License

Preferred:

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Proficiency:

Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Word, Google Suite, and specialized IEP software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work involves the performance of duties where physical exertion is required to supplement normal sedentary work. Assistance is available in the event that heavy physical exertion is required. Work may involve standing for extended time periods, sitting, bending, reaching, walking, and grasping. Occasional lifting and carrying weight up to 50 pounds or assisting in moving or lifting children may be required. Visual or hearing weakness must not prohibit the performance of assigned duties. Verbal communicative ability is required in public contact positions.WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works indoors – classroom environment. Outdoors – playground, exposure to all weather conditions and temperatures. Exposure to noise and dust. Extensive contact with students, parents, teachers, external agencies, and the public.Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
TITLE IX COMPLIANCENondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Policy
In CFSD, we value a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students. We are committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex (which includes a prohibition against sexual harassment as described in District policy ACA-Sexual Harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, or disability.

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