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BCBA -School Based (4 days/week)

BCBA Above average in Applied Behavior AnalysisPart-Time

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Part-Time
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Weekends
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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

The Helix School is seeking a part-time (4 days/week) BCBA to join our school-based special education program serving autistic students ages 5–22 across the Bay Area. This role combines evaluation, IEP development, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a relationship-centered, neurodiversity-affirming school environment. Participation in Extended School Year (June–July) is required.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Supervision & Staff Development

  • Provide ongoing supervision, training, and performance feedback to Behavior Specialists, RBTs, and BCBA/BCaBA trainees.
  • Ensure compliance with BACB supervision requirements and ethical standards.
  • Conduct competency assessments and support professional growth through coaching and mentorship.
  • Develop and deliver staff trainings on evidence-based behavioral practices.

Behavioral Program Oversight

  • Oversee the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of behavior analytic services.
  • Review student observations, behavior goals, data collection systems, and progress monitoring procedures.
  • Provide guidance on Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and behavioral data analysis.
  • Monitor treatment integrity and ensure high-quality implementation of behavior support plans.

Consultation & Collaboration

  • Partner with teachers, instructional aides, and related service providers to develop and implement effective behavioral supports.
  • Train school staff in behavior management strategies, data collection, and BIP implementation.
  • Provide consultation to classroom teams and school leadership regarding student behavior and intervention planning.
  • Deliver direct behavioral intervention and support when appropriate.

IEP & Documentation

  • Conduct FBAs and develop individualized behavior intervention plans.
  • Prepare behavioral reports, progress updates, and written summaries for IEP meetings.
  • Present assessment findings and behavioral recommendations at IEP and team meetings.
  • Adjust interventions and documentation based on student progress and team feedback.

Individualized Student Planning

Develop and maintain supplemental behavior support plans, including, but not limited to behavior intervention plans, aide fade plans, and crisis management plans

Team Participation & Family Collaboration

  • Provide consultation services as outlined in student IEPs.
  • Participate in parent meetings, IEP meetings, and consultations with outside providers.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support integrated educational and behavioral programming.

Professional Leadership

  • Create training materials and resources for school-wide implementation.
  • Stay current on best practices and research in applied behavior analysis and positive behavior supports.
  • Promote ethical, evidence-based behavioral practices throughout the organization.

Qualifications

  • Current certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing.
  • Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, Special Education, or related field.

Experience supporting students with autism spectrum disorder, emotional disturbance, developmental disabilities, and/or complex behavioral needs.

Experience working in school-based settings, including conducting FBAs and developing Behavior Intervention Plans.

  • Knowledge of California special education regulations and IEP processes.
  • Experience training and supervising behavioral support staff.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Physical Requirements
  • Ability to move throughout school environments.
  • Ability to sit, stand, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to respond to student behavioral crises when necessary.
  • Ability to implement approved behavior management and safety procedures.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Behavioral AssessmentStaff TrainingNeurodiversity-Affirming PracticeCase Management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates BCBA -School Based (4 days/week) at Confidential Employer a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,348 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Confidential Employer ranks #4 of 18 employers hiring Behavior Analyst on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

In California, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$97k (77 salary observations; 124 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (537 salary observations; 1,192 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 26% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks45 jobs · 38 employers

401k / retirement match
91%
CME allowance
82%
Sign-on bonus
62%
Loan repayment
16%
Relocation assistance
9%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 6.6
Higher than about 7 in 10 of 2,348 Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10. Shaded area = share of comparable listings scoring below this one.

Living in San Rafael

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.22M
Typical market rent
$3,182/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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San Rafael, California
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