Salary: $9,124.00 - $11,873.00 Monthly
Location : Walnut Valley Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 1
Department: Special Education
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: 6/26/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Description
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

PLEASE REVIEW JOB EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS BELOW BEFORE APPLYING

We have one opening for an 8-hour, 11-month Board Certified Behavior Analyst position in the Special Education Department.

BASIC FUNCTIONUnder the direction of the Director of Special Education or designee, consult with staff concerning appropriate learning strategies and positive behavior interventions, supporting students in accessing instruction in the least restrictive environment. This is a classified position.
Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), 1:1 Aide Assessments, and develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP). Presents findings at Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings
• Support staff in the implementation of BIPs for identified students
• Implement and coach staff on research-based/validated methods of classroom management and behavior strategies, as well as methods of data collection
• Consult with support staff regarding the implementation of BIPs
• Coordinate ongoing staff development of co-instructional staff
• Collaborate with behavioral support staff
• Maintain appropriate records and prepare reports as required
• Develop and deliver targeted/sequenced trainings
• Assist and lead school site teams in devising Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies and supports
• Train, support, and model appropriate behavior strategies with students
• Assist with developing replacement behaviors
• Consult and intervene when behaviors escalate to keep the student and class safe
• Assist with developing crisis plans with school team when a student engages in escalated behaviors
• Travel to various school sites to support students with behavioral needs
• Intervene and provide direct support with students engaging in escalated behaviors
• Perform other related duties as assigned or needed

JOB REQUIREMENTS - QUALIFICATIONSSkill, Knowledge, and/or Ability Required:

Knowledge of:

• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
• Effective methods and resources for staff training

Ability to:

• Work independently under general supervision
• Plan and organize work
• Communicate clearly and effectively, in writing and orally
• Ability to work with a collaborative team
• Establish good pupil rapport
• Establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships with District administrators, specialized services staff, parents, community, and other related agencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of pupil information

Typical Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may qualify. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

Experience:
Experience as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in a school setting is preferred

Education:
Master's degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, special education, child development, and/or related field

Licenses/Certification/Special Requirements:

• Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License
• Current CPR/First Aid certification and/or willingness to become certified upon being hired
• BCBA certification

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDSPersons performing service in this position classification will be expected to perform heavy work, which involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. If someone can do heavy work, we determine that he or she can also do medium, light, and sedentary work. (Per the Code of Federal Regulations - Section 404.1567 "Physical Exertion Requirements")

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must be able to perform to carry out essential job functions.

• Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 50 to 100 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
• Frequent bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to assist students
• This type of work involves sitting for a portion of the time, but will also involve walking or standing for extended periods
• Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business-related equipment, and handling and working with various materials and objects
• Strenuous physical activity required; ability to run on sloped or uneven terrain and safely redirect students
• Implementation and participation in CPI taught restraint techniques when necessary
• Seeing to monitor student behavior during classroom activities
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EMERGENCY REQUIREMENTSPursuant to California Government Code section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisor or by law.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

• An employment application and job description can be obtained either ONLINE at www.edjoin.org or at the District Office. If you need assistance, please call Daniel Palma, Human Resources Specialist at (909) 595-1261, ext. 31377.
• Permanent employees, who work in this classification and are interested in one of the current openings, may submit a Request to Transfer Form with the Division of Human Resources. Human Resources must receive the transfer request prior to the application deadline.
• When completing the work experience information on the application, please refer to the job requirements and qualifications, listed on the job description (a complete job description can be found on the website: or at the District Office). Describe in detail the job duties and responsibilities from ALL RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE which will QUALIFY you for this position.
• Qualified applicants, who meet the minimum qualifications, will participate in a written examination and technical oral interview, which will demonstrate the required knowledge and skill for this classification. The weight percentage of the examination and interview will be 50/50. Those applicants who receive a passing score on the written exam and oral interview will be placed on an Eligibility List. The top three ranks of candidates on the Eligibility List, who are ready, willing and able to accept the position, will be invited to the Final Selection Interview with the hiring authority.
• The eligibility list will be certified for a period of six months. It will be used to fill current, substitute, and future permanent openings.
• Current classified employees are eligible to hold an additional position based on the needs of the District and must be approved by the Human Resources Director.

REVIEW JOB DESCRIPTION: It is the responsibility of the applicant to review this classification's job description, which is available online at www.edjoin.org or at the District Office. The job description explains in detail the physical demands, skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the essential job functions for this position.

BENEFITS: Permanent employees will receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per contract or Commission Rules. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits. Employees working less than full-time, but a minimum of four hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned work hours for major medical insurance benefits. The District does not offer a package of insurance benefits to employees working less than four hours per day. The District provides life insurance for employees who work a minimum of 3 hours. In addition, the District offers a retirement plan which uses joint employee and employer contributions.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodation in the examination process. To make this request; please contact the Division of Human Resources at the time the application is submitted. Candidates may be required to provide documentation supporting the need for the accommodation.

VETERAN PREFERENCE (for entry-level positions only): Veterans who have been honorably discharged after 30 days or more of service during time of war or national emergency will receive an additional 5 points which will be added to the passing score. Disabled veterans receive 10 points. Any applicant who claims veteran's credit must submit DD Form 214 at the time the employment application is submitted. Failure to submit DD Form 214 at the time of application shall result in no veteran's credits being considered or added to any passing score.

PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED:
Per Board Policy 4112.4/4212.4/4312.4, the cost of pre-employment examinations shall be paid by the applicant.
Fingerprinting:Employees will be charged for processing their fingerprints at the time they are hired. The fingerprints are used to complete a confidential background investigation. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential data form, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.

Physical Examination: Newly hired employees must pass a qualifying Medical examination given by a District-appointed physician, which includes testing for illegal controlled substances.

Tuberculosis Exam: Newly hired employees must submit a Mantoux Skin screening and certificate of completion within the past 60 days that indicates freedom from active tuberculosis.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Of 1986:An Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) will be required along with the supporting documents listed on the I-9 form.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page:
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Do you currently hold a valid BCBA certification?

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• No

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