Perkins & Will·Watertown, South Dakota
The BCBA will conduct functional behavior assessments and develop evidence-based behavior support plans for students with multiple disabilities. They are also responsible for analyzing behavior data, writing IEP goals, and training staff on behavioral strategies.
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Join our collaborative group of educators as our BCBA in the Lower School Program. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in our schools, you will focus on supporting students with multiple disabilities who engage in unsafe or interfering behavior by identifying and conducting function-based interventions that promote safe behavior and skill development. You will conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs), create behavior support plans (BSPs), and collect and analyze behavior data. You will also train staff on how to implement behavior programming, and participate in diverse student teams, including teaching staff, related service providers, and families or caregivers.
The following shared salary range is what Perkins reasonably expects, in good faith, to pay for the position. The applicable range could differ based on experience and qualification.
$55,523.60-$96,029.42
Perkins is a mission-driven community that supports your well-being at work and beyond. We are located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.
Perkins is an equal opportunity employer. View the Perkins Notice of non-discrimination [https://www.perkins.org/notice-of-non-discrimination/].
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a related field and maintain BCBA certification and LABA licensure in Massachusetts. Experience working with students with multiple disabilities is preferred.
Market context
In South Dakota, school-based BCBA roles are typically tied to special education and behavior support needs, especially for students with multiple disabilities. These positions can be competitive because they require advanced graduate preparation, active BCBA certification, and state-specific licensure or credentialing expectations; this posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm the licensure language and align your experience with lower-school, student-centered behavior support.