Student Analyst / Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Location: Alternative Placement / Separate Day School

Reports To: Director

Employment Type: Full-Time (School Calendar)

The Student Analyst/BCBA is responsible for providing behavioral assessment, intervention, and support services to students in an alternative placement setting. This role focuses on students with significant behavioral, social-emotional, and/or academic needs, with the goal of increasing functional skills, reducing challenging behavior, and supporting successful transitions back to less restrictive environments.

The BCBA collaborates closely with educators, paraprofessionals, related service providers, families, and partnering school districts to ensure effective, consistent, and ethical implementation of behavior analytic services.

Key Responsibilities:

Assessment & Program Development

Analyze behavioral and academic data to guide treatment decisions

Develop individualized programming targeting communication, social skills, self-regulation, and adaptive behavior

Align behavior programming with IEP goals and Missouri DESE requirements

Student Support

Provide consultative behavioral services to students

Model and support implementation of interventions within the classroom setting

Monitor student progress and adjust programming based on data trends

Support crisis prevention and intervention planning

Staff Training & Supervision

Train teachers and support staff on behavior analytic principles and intervention strategies

Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance support to staff

Conduct competency assessments and ensure fidelity of implementation

Supervise RBTs (if applicable) in accordance with BACB requirements

Collaboration & Consultation

Collaborate with IEP teams, including district representatives and related service providers

Participate in IEP meetings, staffing meetings, and transition planning

Communicate effectively with families and school personnel regarding student progress

Support reintegration planning to less restrictive environments when appropriate

Data Collection & Compliance

Oversee and ensure accurate data collection systems

Review and analyze data regularly to inform decision-making

Maintain timely and accurate documentation (progress notes, reports, IEP input)

Ensure compliance with IDEA, DESE, and ethical guidelines

Crisis & Safety Support

Develop and update crisis/safety plans for students as needed

Provide guidance and training on de-escalation strategies

Participate in crisis response when necessary

Qualifications:

Required

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or related field

Current certification as a Behavior Analyst Certification Board Certified BCBA

Experience working with students with behavioral and emotional needs

Strong knowledge of ABA principles and behavior intervention strategies

Preferred

Experience in alternative placement or therapeutic school settings

Experience with school-based services and IEP processes

Familiarity with Missouri DESE regulations and compliance requirements

Experience supervising RBTs or behavior technicians

Work Expectations

Maintain professionalism with all staff, students, families, and district personnel

Adhere to school policies, schedules, and confidentiality requirements

Provide consistent, ethical, and student-centered services

Support a positive, structured, and safe learning environment

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person