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Frederick, Maryland

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

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Listed compensation

$70/hr

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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

Board Certification

Key Skills

Data analysisIndividualized education programStudent supportCollaboration

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.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
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 powerMaryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Maryland107 active2,646 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 67% remote · 35% no call · 82% no weekends49 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMaryland healthcare professional listings: 58% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 2% offer loan repayment109 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Behavior Analyst Jobs

44 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

44 jobs · 15 employers
10
<$100k
7
$100k-110k
14
$110k-120k
10
$120k-130k
3
$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

41 jobs · 15 employers
401k / retirement match
93%
CME allowance
83%
Sign-on bonus
73%
Loan repayment
63%
Relocation assistance
39%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.9
Better work-life than 40% of Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,596 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Frederick

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$419k
Typical market rent
$2,155/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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