Board Certified Behavior Analyst -BCBA
Listed compensation
$50-$100/hr
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Job Description
Per Diem | Kidtastic Kids – Special Education Preschool
Farmingville, NY
Position Overview
Kidtastic Kids is seeking a knowledgeable and supportive Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide per diem services to our Special Education Preschool program. The BCBA will support staff pursuing their Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credentials and assist with the development and preparation of Behavioral Intervention Plans and Progress Reports (BIPP) for students.
This position is ideal for a collaborative professional who enjoys mentoring staff, strengthening classroom behavioral practices, and supporting positive student outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Staff Training & RBT Support
Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to staff working toward their RBT certification.
Assist staff with understanding RBT competencies, behavioral principles, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) strategies.
Provide coaching and feedback on implementing behavior intervention strategies in the classroom.
Support staff in developing skills related to data collection, behavior management, and documentation.
Assist with competency assessments and training requirements, as appropriate.
Student Behavioral Support & Documentation
Develop, review, and prepare Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) and BIPP reports for students.
Review student behavioral data and progress to identify trends and areas of need.
Provide recommendations and strategies to support individualized student goals.
Collaborate with teachers, teaching assistants, related service providers, and Administration.
Provide guidance on implementing individualized behavioral strategies and supporting student success.
Monitor the effectiveness of behavioral interventions and recommend adjustments as needed.
Qualifications
Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field.
Experience working with young children, preferably in a special education preschool setting.
Knowledge of ABA principles, behavior assessment, intervention planning, and data collection.
Experience training, mentoring, or supervising staff pursuing RBT certification preferred.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary educational team.
Schedule: Per Diem
Flexible scheduling based on program needs.
On-site services at our Farmingville location.
Why Join Kidtastic Kids?
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Flexible per diem scheduling.
Opportunity to mentor and develop future RBT professionals.
Meaningful work supporting children with diverse learning and behavioral needs.
Opportunity to make a direct impact on staff development and student progress.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply!
Kidtastic Kids is committed to providing quality early childhood and special education services in a supportive, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In New York, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$109k (54 salary observations; 164 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,650 salary observations; 5,557 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 40% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $104k–$208k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $109k (middle half $84k–$177k)127 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| New York vs national | $109k median in New York | $92k nationally (+18%)54 state / 1,650 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$145k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in New York | 63 active | 2,475 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 60% remote · 40% no call · 80% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 47% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 20% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Applied Behavior Analysis listings | 1,208 in the last 30 days | 605 the 30 days before (+100%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +2.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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