Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Company Overview: At Indie Learning Co., it is our mission to provide exceptional naturalistic and compassionate therapy and educational services to children aged 16 months to 12 years, while embracing neurodiversity as a core value of our practice.

We believe in the use of practices that are respectful of each child's unique developmental trajectory, strengths, and challenges. Our person-centered approach places the child at the center of our service delivery, emphasizing their strengths and abilities while supporting their development in a safe and nurturing environment.

Our programs include direct (1:1) speech, behavioral, occupational and physical therapy along with our developmental enrichment program (academic enrichment).

Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children from a variety of developmental backgrounds and will align with Indie's neurodiversity-affirming practices. The BCBA will work directly with children in-center, focusing on emotional regulation, behavior support, and daily living skills, with a preference for those experienced in naturalistic therapy. This role may utilize a push-in or pull-out model of support based on each child's needs.

Play-Based, Child-Led Instruction and Support

• Support emotional regulation and skill acquisition through engaging, individualized activities.
• Incorporate neurodiversity-affirming practices that honor each child’s unique needs and developmental pace.
• Use play-based, neurodiversity affirming strategies to support skill acquisition in children of all backgrounds and abilities (16 months - 10 years).
• Training or experience in PFA/SBT, PRT and/or NDBI preferred.

Assessment and Reporting

• Utilize a child-centered approach to assessment and instruction, writing and implementing strength-based goals that highlight each child’s abilities, focusing on their areas of growth in a positive, affirming way.

Professional Development and Neurodiversity Affirming Practices:

• Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay informed about the latest research, methodologies, and neurodiversity-affirming practices in the field of Behavior Analysis.
• Advocate for and implement inclusive practices that celebrate neurodiversity, disability and culture, recognizing and respecting the unique strengths and areas of growth for each child.
• Foster an environment that reflects an understanding of diverse learning styles and communication modalities.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

• Work closely with OTs, SLPs and all relevant team members (teachers...etc) to develop integrated strategies aligning with the overall developmental goals of each learner.
• Participate in regular team meetings, contributing expertise to the collaborative development of individualized learning plans.
• Work collaboratively with members of the interdisciplinary team to establish and maintain a nurturing learning environment that promotes the development of skills and active engagement for every learner.

Collaboration with Parents/Caregivers:

• Provide education and guidance to families on supporting developmental skills at home.
• Work closely with parents/caregivers to gather valuable insights into each child's strengths and areas of support.
• Lead with connection, establishing meaningful relationships with the children and parents you serve to foster trust, collaboration, and communication.
• Provide education and support to parents/caregivers, empowering them to actively contribute to their child's development.
• Establish open lines of communication, ensuring a collaborative partnership between families and the developmental team

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field
• Valid state licensure as an a Behavior Analyst
• Strong knowledge of Neurodiversity and AAC
• Experience working with disabled children
• Proficient in developing learner plans
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Phoenix, AZ (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $95,000