Board Certified Behavior Analyst | Education Director ? $10,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Company: ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Educ
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: July 16, 2025
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Job Description:
Starting Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 /year PLUS $10,000 Sign-on
Bonus! Environment: Special Education Program, Elementary School
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , a growing,
dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is
seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst | Education Director to
join our award-winning Special Education team and perform
meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages
creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and
professional satisfaction! If you thrive in a collaborative,
goal-oriented environment focused on meaningful outcomes for
students with special education needs, seek a career filled with
genuine purpose, and possess strong problem-solving skills,
compassion and exceptional dedication — We Should Talk! As an
Education-based Board Certified Behavior Analyst you'll play a
pivotal role in transforming the lives of Elementary School
students by providing tailored clinical and educational
interventions designed to meet each learner’s unique needs. You’ll
lead with expertise, guiding and mentoring your team through
hands-on training and professional development, while consistently
evaluating and elevating their performance. This position operates
as acting School Principal in oversight of all site operations and
functions, ensures a safe learning environment for all students and
staff by following guidelines for addressing/reporting issues and
incidents, and acts as liaison between the site and the school
districts' designated site contacts by establishing and maintaining
positive, interactive working relationships ? Responsibilities
Include: Providing vision and leadership to support student
achievement and effective operations by supervising staff,
developing, and implementing performance management plans,
identifying professional learning needs, and participating in
professional learning opportunities. Effectively participating in
the employment and selection process to ensure an effective site
team is in place. Analyzing the professional development needs of
staff and aligning needs with the ChanceLight instructional vision,
while also actively recognizing accomplishments and addressing
issues to ensure productive site operations. Ensuring the safety of
staff and students by maintaining the site and classrooms for
operation and ensuring compliance and staff awareness with contract
and specific state requirements including staffing ratios and
crisis protocols. Performing managerial responsibilities including
but not limited to overseeing the day-to-day operation of school
schedule and activities, custodial and maintenance, food services,
transportation services, administration, financial/budgetary
operations, resource allocation, and district/community
relationships. Driving the enrollment process from referral to last
day of attendance; ensuring timely classroom placement upon
receiving referral, conducting effective site tours, managing
classroom rosters according to student need and state requirements,
and participating in the development of plans for transitioning
students to the least restrictive environment. Instructing,
monitoring, and evaluating all staff and students in the use of
learning materials and resources to ensure fidelity of instruction
and student performance/evaluation. Conducting Functional Behavior
Assessments (FBAs) to identify the causes and functions of
students' challenging behaviors. Creating and implementing BIPs
that align with ChanceLight standards and guidelines, addressing
the individual needs of each student. Supporting the development of
measurable, objective IEP goals and facilitating progress
monitoring in collaboration with education personnel. Implementing
evidence-based interventions by applying scientifically proven
behavioral and educational strategies, promoting positive outcomes
in academic, social, emotional, and independent functioning.
Providing crisis management intervention and support for students
exhibiting aggressive or self-injurious behavior and developing
strategies for improvement of behavior. Monitoring and ensuring
adherence to all Department of Education regulations and internal
standards for educational and behavioral services. Maintaining
accurate and detailed records of assessments, interventions,
progress, and compliance activities. Participating in the assurance
and accreditation processes to ensure that the site passes or meets
performance plans. Keeping up to date with research-based practices
and developments in subject areas, resources and professional
development, including but not limited to organization-wide
initiatives such as CPI. Providing, soliciting, and responding
constructively to formal and informal feedback. Working
collaboratively with site team, field level support and national
support for the good of the organization. ? Qualifications
Required: Masters degree or higher in educational leadership,
special education, applied behavior analysis or a closely related
field of study. Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a
board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) credential. Licensed
currently or in the process of obtaining an educational leadership,
special education or similar credential preferred. Highly
knowledgeable in special education services and compliance,
particularly for students with developmental disabilities and/or
emotional disturbance. Prior experience working in an educational
or behavioral health leadership or program administrator position.
Effective management skills and comprehensive knowledge of
administrative and school operations, functions, and staffing
requirements. Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in the
development, assessment, and management of curriculum, content
areas and instruction. Highly skilled in working with individuals
with severe learning, emotional behavioral disorders, autism
spectrum disorders, and/or other related disabilities. Well-versed
in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including positive behavior
interventions and supports (PBIS), effective teaching strategies,
classroom management systems, data-based decision making, and
functional analysis/behavior intervention plans. Prior experience
and highly skilled in crisis management systems and intervention.
Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical
conversations with students that help move them toward realistic
goals and next steps. Highly skilled in building relationships with
students, parents, teachers and community and/or business partners.
Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict
resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making
ability. Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with
instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry
and basic office equipment. Skilled leader who exhibits the
characteristics of servant leadership, looking to the needs of the
team and seeking to help solve problems and promote personal
development. ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is
the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education
programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and
in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have
helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives !
Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services
we provide by visiting the link below:
https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithPurpose At ChanceLight we believe in
providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll
receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support
needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching
your personal & professional fulfillment! Y our path to a truly
rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and
collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to
transform lives through education! ? Perks and Benefits Include:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans FREE Telehealth and
Virtual Counseling Sessions FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7
Nurse Line Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance Company Paid
Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending and Health Savings
Accounts Personal Protection Insurance Plans Cigna Healthy
Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program Legal Services Insurance Pet
Health Insurance Accrual-based Paid Time Off School Hours and Paid
Holiday Schedule Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave
Policy 401k Retirement Saving Plan Perks at Work Employee Discount
Program Opportunities for Growth & Development And So Much More! If
you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of
students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This
Is Your Chance ! Join us and together, we can empower students to
overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full
potential! Careers, With ChanceLight Work. With Purpose. Copyright
© 2024 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a
ChanceLight® company *Benefit plans and eligibility requirements
may vary based on role and employment status. Education Required
Masters or better in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field
Licenses & Certifications Required Behavioral - BCBA Preferred
Education Administrator Special Ed Certification Skills Preferred
Special Education Elementary Education Leadership Community
Relations Training Development Performance Management Teacher
Mentoring/Training Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) Applied Behavior Analysis
(ABA) Emotional Disturbance Learning Disabilities Autism Student
Development Content Standards Individualized Education Programs
(IEP) Curriculum Development Classroom Management Project
Management Interpersonal Skills Office/Administrative Equal
Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of
their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further
information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the
Department of Labor.
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