Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Oakland

Student Services Oakland, California

Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Department	Special Education	Reports to	Managing Director of Special Education
Location	Oakland	Type	Full-time
FLSA Status	Exempt	Schedule	School year

About KIPP NorCal

We are a thriving nonprofit network of 23 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Our student community consists of over 7,100 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San José, Redwood City, and Stockton. 80% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 27% are multilingual learners, and 17% receive special education services. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.

Role Overview

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) partners with school teams to ensure students with significant behavioral needs receive evidence-based behavioral assessment, intervention, and support that promotes meaningful access to instruction and positive educational outcomes. This role leads a portfolio of complex behavior cases across multiple schools, partnering with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to build staff capacity and strengthen implementation of effective behavior supports.

In this role, you own projects end-to-end with real autonomy over how the work gets done. You make day-to-day execution decisions and bring your manager in when something would change the project's direction or require resources beyond your scope.

Core Responsibilities

Behavioral Assessment & Intervention Planning

Leads Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Special Circumstance Instructional Assessments (SCIAs), and other behavior evaluations to identify the function of behavior and develop evidence-based recommendations that improve student outcomes.
Develops individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), replacement behavior strategies, and behavior goals that align with student needs, IEPs, and educational programming.
Partners with multidisciplinary teams to integrate behavior assessment findings into special education services and instructional planning.
Communicates assessment results and behavior recommendations clearly to educators, families, and IEP teams to support informed decision-making.

Behavior Program Implementation & Progress Monitoring

Oversees implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans across assigned schools, ensuring interventions are delivered consistently and with fidelity.
Develops behavior data collection systems that enable school teams to monitor student progress, evaluate intervention effectiveness, and make timely instructional adjustments.
Analyzes behavioral data to identify trends, recommend modifications to intervention plans, and improve student outcomes over time.
Maintains accurate documentation and student records that meet IDEA, FERPA, and organizational compliance requirements.

Consultation, Coaching & Professional Learning

Coaches Education Specialists, paraeducators, school leaders, and other staff to strengthen implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis principles and evidence-based behavior interventions.
Delivers professional learning that builds educator capacity in positive behavior supports, classroom behavior management, de-escalation strategies, and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans.
Consults with classroom teams to develop proactive behavior management practices that promote safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.
Partners with families to build shared understanding of behavior intervention strategies and strengthen consistency between home and school supports.

Cross-Functional Partnership & Continuous Improvement

Partners with the Regional Special Education team, school leaders, and related service providers to coordinate behavior supports that improve educational access for students with complex behavioral needs.
Leads behavior case management for assigned students by coordinating stakeholders, monitoring implementation, and proactively addressing barriers to successful intervention.
Identifies opportunities to strengthen regional behavior systems, resources, and professional learning, bringing recommendations to the Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Communicates implementation progress, emerging risks, and resource needs to regional leadership, escalating issues that require broader organizational support.
Other duties as assigned.

KIPP Leadership Competencies

These competencies describe the core leadership behaviors expected at this level – they guide how we hire, develop, and grow our people at KIPP NorCal.

Lead Self: You seek diverse feedback, adjust your approach based on your impact on others, and continuously develop your expertise. You interrupt bias, advocate for equitable practices, and share your knowledge with peers.
Lead People: You build authentic relationships across lines of difference and foster inclusion and psychological safety. You communicate the rationale for change, build buy-in, and surface resistance early. You partner across teams, identify coordination gaps, and resolve them proactively.
Lead Results: You translate strategy into project plans and manage competing priorities without losing sight of outcomes. You use data to analyze problems and inform decisions, deliver on time and scope, and manage up effectively — flagging risks early and bringing options when facing obstacles.

Knowledge & Skills

Required Qualifications

Experience	Two or more years of school-based experience providing Applied Behavior Analysis services within K–12 educational settings. Demonstrated experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments, developing Behavior Intervention Plans, and supporting implementation for students with complex behavioral needs. Experience coaching educators and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve student outcomes.
Education	Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a closely related field. Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
Knowledge/skills	Deep knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis principles, positive behavior intervention strategies, and evidence-based behavioral assessment practices. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret behavioral data and translate findings into practical recommendations for educators and families. Excellent consultation, facilitation, and coaching skills, with the ability to build capacity across diverse stakeholder groups. Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex cases while meeting compliance timelines. Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and culturally responsive practices that support students from historically underserved communities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex behavioral concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

California Education Specialist teaching credential.
Experience supporting behavior systems within a multi-site school district or charter management organization.
Experience providing parent training and coaching across home and school settings.
Familiarity with California special education regulations, IDEA requirements, and behavior-related compliance practices.

Role Details

The following details describe how this role is structured and what to expect day-to-day.

Work Setting	School-facing
Travel Expectation	Frequent school travel
Driver’s License	Must have a valid CA driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for work-related travel
Physical Demands	Ability to navigate office and school campuses, use technology, and occasionally lift or carry materials up to 20 lbs.
Mental Demands	Ability to manage competing priorities, concentrate for sustained periods, analyze complex information, and make decisions under normal work pressures.
Environmental	Primarily school-based environment, with regular travel between school sites

KIPP Northern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Compensation

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your family's well-being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, retirement plan with employer contribution and commuter benefits.

We benchmark annually against comparably-sized non-profit organizations in the regions where we operate, to offer competitive salaries. The salary range for this position is between $106,000 - 125,895.

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