Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Listed compensation
$70/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Adelphi is seeking a qualified Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide behavioral assessment, intervention, and consultation services to students at a school in Frederick County, Maryland.
The ideal candidate will work closely with school administration to provide behavior analysis services in accordance with established guidelines, school procedures, and standards of practice.
Job Quick Facts
- Job ID: EDU-1327-03
- Profession: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Location: Frederick County, Maryland
- Facility Type: School
- Job Type: Contract, Full-Time
- Shift Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM–3:15 PM
- Assignment Duration: Full School Year
- Anticipated Start Date: November 2026
- Caseload: Up to 30 students
- Service Delivery: In-Person
- Rate: $70/hr
Requirements
- Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work, School Counseling, or a related field.
- Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
- Previous experience working with children with autism, emotional disabilities, or developmental disabilities preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify the underlying causes of challenging student behaviors.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
- Provide direct behavioral intervention and consultation services to students.
- Support students in developing appropriate behavioral, social, and emotional skills.
- Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, parents, and other professionals to promote positive behavioral outcomes.
- Train and support school staff in implementing behavior management strategies and intervention plans.
- Monitor and analyze behavioral data to evaluate intervention effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
- Provide individual and group interventions focused on problem-solving, decision-making, and behavioral improvement.
- Assist with crisis intervention and conflict resolution as needed.
- Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.
- Maintain accurate records of behavioral assessments, interventions, and student progress.
- Provide services in person in accordance with district policies and professional standards.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Maryland, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$105k (73 salary observations; 259 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,401 salary observations; 5,238 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 49 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 67% are remote, 35% have no call, 82% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland vs national | $105k median in Maryland | $92k nationally (+14%)73 state / 1,401 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$139k in purchasing power | Maryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Maryland | 107 active | 2,646 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 67% remote · 35% no call · 82% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Maryland healthcare professional listings: 58% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 2% offer loan repayment109 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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