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Salary Range:

$80,000.00 - $88,500.00 USD annually.

As part of Arizona State University’s charter to provide access and excellence, ASU Preparatory Academy (ASU Prep) shares this commitment by demonstrating all students can achieve at the highest levels, regardless of their background. To scale our current impact, ASU Prep is advancing a major expansion program taking fundamental responsibility for the communities we serve.

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) supports the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success of students by designing, implementing, and monitoring evidence-based behavior interventions. This role partners closely with teachers, school leaders, and families to build staff capacity, ensure compliance with special education requirements, and promote safe, inclusive learning environments. The BCBA serves as a subject matter expert in applied behavior analysis, driving data-informed decision-making and improving outcomes for students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field, required.

• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification, required

• Arizona State licensure or ability to obtain.

• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience working in school-based or pediatric settings preferred

• Experience developing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

• Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)

• Active AZ Department of Public Safety (DPS) IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

• Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and analyze data to identify root causes of behavior.

• Develop, implement, and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned to student needs.

• Collaborate with IEP teams to develop measurable behavioral goals and progress monitoring systems.

• Provide coaching, modeling, and professional development to teachers and staff on behavior strategies and classroom management.

• Support crisis intervention planning and response, ensuring student safety and dignity.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to inform instructional and intervention decisions.

• Monitor fidelity of implementation and adjust interventions based on data.

• Partner with families to support consistency of behavioral strategies across school and home settings.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local special education laws and policies.

• Contribute to the development of school-wide behavior systems (e.g., MTSS, PBIS frameworks).

• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and records in accordance with professional and legal standards.

• Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Strong knowledge of applied behavior analysis principles and evidence-based interventions

• Deep understanding of behavior assessment tools, data collection methods, and progress monitoring

• Ability to translate complex behavioral concepts into practical strategies for educators and families

• Skilled in coaching and adult learning practices

• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic school environment

• High level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical practice

 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 this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee must use hands, arms and fingers to input data, handle, feel or reach. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes, supplies, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

LOCATION:  

Immersion

TRAVEL: 

Occasional travel may be required for site visits, meetings, trainings and/or conferences. Locations may vary and may require overnight stays.

This job description is subject to change at any time.