Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Organization Overview

Excel Academy is a network of 5 schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island that prepares students in grades 5-12 to succeed in high school and college and engage productively in their communities. The majority of our 1,700 students identify as Latinx or Hispanic and will be the first in their families to graduate from college. Families choose Excel because our students consistently outperform their peers in growth and achievement and are 5x more likely to graduate from college.

At Excel, we believe that every student—regardless of race, zip code, or economic status—deserves access to a free, high quality holistic education. During their middle school journey with us, students grow at a pace faster than most peers in their state. This is possible through a combination of high expectations, rigorous instruction, and individualized support. At our nationally ranked high school, students achieve at the highest level and are poised for success in their chosen college or career path.

About our Team

Everyday, our team members choose to be positive, drive their own growth, uplift one another, and hold the highest possible beliefs for what students can achieve.

About the Role

Board Certified Behavior Analysts will manage and oversee the delivery of ABA therapy services to children across our network of schools. The Board Certified Behavior Analysts perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and work with parents and families.

Schedule

The BCBA or ABA would work with the students' school based teams in order to develop a schedule. Currently, we have a need of approximately 10hrs/week.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral skills assessments and develop individualized ABA treatment plans and programs based on assessment results;
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments, and develop Behavior Intervention Plans;
• Oversee treatment plan implementation and provide clinical supervision to staff;
• Modify treatment plans and programs as needed based on data-driven decisions; and
• Provide initial and ongoing training to therapists Ensure internal policies are followed.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Understand how your identity markers (including race, class, and gender) impact your leadership;
• Demonstrate understanding and respect for the cultures and languages of our communities;
• Solicit and welcome collaboration and feedback from colleagues, students, families and the surrounding community;
• Understand the impact of historical and structural racism and use this lens in your decision-making; and
• Take action to demonstrate personal reflections and growth/be responsive to feedback and lessons learned.

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or related field required;
• Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA or BCBA-D) required;
• A commitment to and belief in all students and the mission of Excel Academy Charter Schools, including Excel’s values and educational model;
• A commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity in education;
• The ability to focus and thrive in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment;
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment and the willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work; and
• An openness to change, a willingness to problem-solve, and an interest in receiving feedback for continuous improvement.
• Preference will be given to applicants who also:
  • Have experience in a public or charter school setting;
  • Speak Spanish, Portuguese or Arabic fluently;
  • Can speak to the importance of rigorous classroom instruction and culture;
  • Can speak to the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Excel Academy Charter Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, athletic performance, special need, proficiency in the English language or a foreign language or prior academic achievement.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.