Behavioral Specialist in School Setting | Montpelier, Vermont

Job Description

Job Description

Must have completed Behavior Specialist / ABA Therapy training and have a minimum 1+ years Behavior Therapy experience. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A full-time behavior specialist role is available for the 2025/2026 school year in Barre, VT, serving students across K-8 at Barre City Elementary & Middle School and Barre Town Middle & Elementary School. This position focuses on providing in-person support as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) within a public school setting.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in a related field preferred; other educational backgrounds with two years of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience will be considered
• State certification or licensure as required for behavior specialists/BCBAs in Vermont
• Proven ability to design and implement individualized behavior intervention plans
• Experience working with K-12 students with diverse behavioral needs
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities:

• Conduct functional behavior assessments to identify student needs
• Develop, monitor, and adjust behavior intervention plans in alignment with students goals
• Provide coaching and training to school staff on behavior strategies and data collection
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to promote positive student outcomes
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with state and district policies

Location: Barre, Vermont (in-person role within the Barre Unified Union School District)

Benefits and Work Environment:

• Full-time schedule at 37.5 hours per week, aligned with the school calendar (tentative end date 6/19/2026)
• Opportunity to impact student success directly across multiple schools
• Collaborative and supportive school community focused on inclusive education

Qualified professionals passionate about advancing behavioral supports in education are encouraged to apply promptly to support this important role.

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.43 to $48.43. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.