Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Tacoma, Washington

Ready to make a difference in the lives of K-12 students while applying your expertise as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)? A dynamic and rewarding contract opportunity is open for the 2026-2027 academic year in the greater Tacoma area. In this full-time position, you will work in an onsite capacity across the district, partnering with dedicated educators and supporting diverse student needs.

As the BCBA, you’ll play a crucial role district-wide, providing assessment, planning, and supervision. Your impact will also extend to guiding Behavior Support Assistants (BSAs) to ensure program fidelity and best practices.

What we’re looking for:

• Active BCBA certification or eligibility/willingness to obtain WA BCBA license
• Fingerprinting clearance through OSPI, or willingness to complete this step
• Demonstrated experience working with children and adolescents in K-12 educational settings
• Strong ability to collaborate within school teams and effectively communicate with staff and families
• Commitment to onsite work (virtual/remote options are not available)
• Prior supervisory experience with behavioral staff or paraprofessionals is a plus

Primary responsibilities include:

• Conducting behavior assessments and developing intervention plans tailored to individual student needs
• Supervising and mentoring district-wide Behavior Support Assistants
• Providing consultation and training to staff to enhance positive behavioral interventions
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to implement IEP strategies
• Maintaining compliance with special education laws and ethical BCBA guidelines

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and forward-thinking educational environment. You’ll experience the fulfillment that comes from shaping positive outcomes for students across the district.

If you are passionate about behavioral health and meet these qualifications, apply today to start making an impact for the upcoming school year!

Compensation for this position ranges from $49.67 to $69.67. 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.

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