Job Description:
Special School District (SSD) board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) provide applied behavior analysis in support of students throughout St. Louis County. Through your thorough and careful assessment and ongoing monitoring of students, you will create and supervise plans to ensure they develop the skills they need to thrive and feel empowered. As a valued member of an educational team including special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and registered behavior technicians, you will also foster skills and knowledge among your colleagues, offering coaching and modeling to ensure students receive consistent therapy.
 
BCBAs work during school hours, Monday through Friday. The start and end times may vary depending on the building assignment. Occasional work after school hours may be required. Travel is required as the position will oversee multiple school buildings from K-12.  
 
Salary 

• $62,632 to $104,277/yr. based on education and experience

 
Posting open: 6/30/2025 - 7/10/2025
 
 Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, behavior analysis, or a related field required
• Master's Degree in special education, behavior analysis, or a related field preferred
• Specific experience in behavioral and instructional strategies training related to working with individuals with developmental disabilities or mental health diagnoses preferred

 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCABA) required
• License issued by the Division of Professional Registration (LBA) preferred
   

Calendar

• 12-month

 
Benefits

• Group benefits plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
• Staff Health Clinics
• Paid holidays
• 13 PTO days per year
• 20 vacation days accrued annually
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account

Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. 
 
Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.