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Thera Peds
Boulder, Colorado

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

BCBAContract

Listed compensation

$76.5-$96.75/hr

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Job Description

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a Colorado based therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with local schools to provide high-quality behavioral and special education services to students nationwide.

As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Our mission is to deliver meaningful, student-centered services while building strong partnerships with schools, families, educators, and other professionals.

This is a part-time, school-based role for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) serving a school located in the area of Boulder, CO.

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will be responsible for providing behavioral support to students, conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs), developing and implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs), analyzing student data, monitoring progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and families. The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, sound clinical judgment, and a passion for supporting students with diverse behavioral and educational needs.

Job Details

  • Part-time school schedule 2-5 hours/week
  • October 2026 - May 2027
  • Elementary through High School population
  • Job Duties: direct therapy, consultation, evaluations, case management
  • Guaranteed Hours: including documentation, administrative and planning time
  • In-person, on campus
  • Manageable caseloads
  • Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
  • $76.50– $96.75+/hour

Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field

Current BCBA certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and appropriate Colorado Department of Education (CDE) authorization to provide services in a Colorado school setting

Colorado Department of Education (CDE) authorization/credential appropriate for serving as a BCBA in a Colorado school setting

  • Experience working with students in a school or educational setting preferred
  • Knowledge of Colorado special education requirements, IDEA, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) preferred
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proficient in the use of technology and electronic documentation systems
  • Fingerprint/background clearance as required by the school district
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with school staff, educators, related service providers, students, and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications

Physical Requirements

Working and engaging with students requires that employees be able to perform necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, and engaging with students in various physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

  • Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)
  • Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) for W-2 employees
  • Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates for 1099 contractors, including consideration for health benefits and taxes
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
  • Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
  • Guaranteed hours
  • Bi-monthly salary deposits for W-2 employees
  • Flexible employment options based on position availability and candidate preference
  • This position will be available as a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor

Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a part-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for a school-based position in the area of Boulder, CO. This role is ideal for candidates seeking school-based BCBA jobs, behavioral analyst positions, or part-time BCBA opportunities supporting students in a collaborative educational environment with guaranteed hours.

Key Responsibilities

The BCBA will provide behavioral support to students, conduct functional behavior assessments, and develop behavior intervention plans. They will also monitor student progress and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including teachers and families.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Data analysisInterdisciplinary collaborationCommunication skillsIDEA compliance

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Colorado, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (61 salary observations; 134 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,967 salary observations; 5,477 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 74% are remote, 32% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Colorado vs national$94k median in Colorado$92k nationally (+2%)61 state / 1,967 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$175k in purchasing powerColorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Colorado75 active2,635 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 74% remote · 32% no call · 82% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend+5.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 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.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
93% this job
Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,594 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Professional Development
Guaranteed Hours
Flexible Employment Options

Living in Boulder

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$964k
Typical market rent
$2,435/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.2
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Boulder, CO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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