Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Listed compensation
$81k-$94k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
At Sage Alliance Schools, we support students in grades 5–12 through rigorous academics paired with therapeutic services. Guided by care, resilience, and community, we prepare students to thrive inside and outside the classroom. Join our team and empower students to succeed.
As a Behavior Analyst at Sage Alliance, you will use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles to guide behavioral interventions and support student success. You’ll collaborate with staff and families to develop individualized plans that promote growth, engagement, and independence.
- What You’ll Need
- Master’s degree in human services, education, psychology, or a related field
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
- Experience applying ABA and Verbal Behavior (VB) strategies in school or community settings
- Strong analytical, communication, and coaching skills
- Commitment to data-driven decision-making and team collaboration
- What You’ll Do
- Conduct functional behavioral assessments and develop individualized behavior plans
- Train and coach staff in ABA methods and ensure consistency across classrooms
- Monitor and analyze behavioral data to adjust interventions as needed
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to align supports and goals
- Maintain treatment integrity and provide regular progress updates to teams
- Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
- Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
- Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
- 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
- Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you
Sage Alliance Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavior Analyst will conduct functional behavioral assessments and develop individualized behavior plans to support student success. They will also train and coach staff in ABA methods while monitoring behavioral data to ensure consistent intervention implementation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field and possess a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. Experience applying ABA and Verbal Behavior strategies in school or community settings is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In New Jersey, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$95k (82 salary observations; 283 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (1,732 salary observations; 6,489 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 41 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 54% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $81k–$94k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $98k (middle half $90k–$177k)235 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Jersey vs national | $95k median in New Jersey | $93k nationally (+3%)82 state / 1,732 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$80k in purchasing power | New Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in New Jersey | 139 active | 2,564 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 56% remote · 54% no call · 78% no weekends41 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New Jersey healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 29% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 7% offer loan repayment153 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Applied Behavior Analysis listings | 1,259 in the last 30 days | 585 the 30 days before (+115%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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