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The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!

ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Before you begin, please read the position description below carefully and review our application instructions. Be sure your application reflects experience and education to meet any minimum qualifications listed on the job description. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. More details about application requirements are found below.

Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.

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DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of an Instructional Facilitator, Special Education, the Board-Certified Behavior Supervisor works closely with Department of Special Education staff including Registered Behavior Technicians, teachers, administrators, curriculum staff and families to provide instructional support for students with disabilities to support a learning community where we expand opportunities and access, remove barriers, and foster an inclusive environment as per the HCPSS Strategic Plan Mission.

This position is posted to create a candidate pool for vacancies that may become available for the current school year pending approval of funding.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Certification/Licensure:

• Hold a current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification and have completed the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) 8-Hour Supervision Training required to supervise Registered Behavior Technicians.

• Hold a valid Behavior Analyst License issued by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists, or proof of eligibility as evidenced through a submitted licensure application.

Experience:

• Two years of experience designing and implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming, conducting data analyses, and training and leading staff which may include Registered Behavior Technicians.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education or a behavioral science field to include psychology and other subjects related to the field of behavioral science.

• Graduate degree or post graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis.

• Experience supervising Registered Behavior Technicians, paraeducators, or other instructional support staff.

• Experience providing direct services aligned with ABA to persons with disabilities, ages birth through 21, within a public education setting.

• Experience providing professional development, facilitating workshops, and/or teaching at the university level.

• Experience in a leadership role or successful completion of leadership courses/training.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

• Coordinates individualized instructional and behavioral programs for students with Individual Education Programs (IEP)/Individual Family Support Plans (IFSPs) based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

• Provides initial and ongoing ABA training for school and central office staff including how to analyze data to measure effectiveness of interventions related to skill acquisition and behavior reduction.

• Provides training and follow-up for school-based staff regarding data collection and analysis to monitor the fidelity of implementation for instructional procedures and BIPs.

• Collaborates with Department of Special Education support staff (e.g., Instructional Facilitators, Specialists, Resource Teachers, Registered Behavior Technicians) as well as other service providers/members of the IEP team including teachers, related service providers (e.g., S/LP, OT), parents, and advocates to develop behavior intervention plans and as part of IEP/IFSP meetings.

• Supervises Registered Behavior Technicians for a minimum of 5% of the hours of ABA services implemented by the RBT, which must include at least two face-to-face contacts per month. One of the two contacts must include observing the RBT providing services (e.g., implementing skill acquisition/behavior reduction interventions/Behavior Skill Training/modeling and coaching/reviewing data sheets/etc.)

• Provides program consultation and facilitates processes for data collection and analysis to assist with the development of individualized programming for students receiving special education services.

• Guides the selection of and/or administers assessment tools to inform instructional programming (e.g., ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP) and processes used to address behavior reduction (e.g., FBA, FA).

• Maintains required documentation (e.g., reports, logs, summaries) for all program/school assignments including BACB records as it relates to RBT supervision.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.

• Knowledge of ABA principles and how to practically apply them to programming for students with disabilities in the school environment.

• Knowledge of current research-based interventions for behavior.

• Knowledge of special education procedures and processes (e.g., COMAR, IDEA).

• Knowledge of appropriate instructional practices for use with children with disabilities and experience supporting families.

• Ability to work cooperatively with staff including Registered Behavior Technicians, parents, students, and community groups.

• Skill and experience in data analysis and application.

• Proficient skill in utilizing computer-based tools for data collection (e.g., Excel).

• Evidence of competence in written and oral expression.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

Working Hours

The duty day for this position is eight hours including a one-hour duty-free lunch.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Complete applications must be submitted, and once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
 
Supplemental Application Questions

This position requires applicants to provide responses to the below supplemental application questions to determine whether you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please upload your responses in a single separate file to the supplemental application questions section of the application.

1) Please describe your experience: a) designing and implementing ABA programming, b) conducting data analyses, and c) training and leading/supervising staff. Please provide up to two examples that demonstrate your experience in each of the three areas identified. Also, identify the number of direct reports and position titles you supervised if applicable.

2) Please describe any experience you possess providing direct services aligned with ABA to persons with disabilities ages birth through 21. Identify the specific ages with whom you worked and the setting in which you provided these services.

3) Please describe any experience you possess providing professional development, facilitating workshops, and/or teaching at the university level.

4) Please describe any experience you possess in a leadership role or identify specific leadership courses or training you have completed.

5) Please upload copies or screenshots of the required credentials below:

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.

• Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) 8-Hour Supervision Training required to supervise Registered Behavior Technicians.

• Valid Behavior Analyst License issued by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists or proof of eligibility as evidenced through a submitted licensure application.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Compensation

This is an 11-month (215 days) per year position in the Howard County Association of Supervisors and Administrators-Administrators (HCASA). The current salary range for this position is Grade I on the Central Office Administrators Scale. Actual placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCASA Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime. 

Telework Program

This position is eligible to participate after 60 working days of employment. Telework schedules will be determined by the department and/or supervisor. 

Retirement

Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.

Benefits

HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors.

All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.

Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.

For questions regarding this posting, please contact Sandy Saval at sandy_saval@hcpss.org.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email humanresources@hcpss.org.

HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability,  sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.