Behavior Analyst Intern

For School Year 2026-2027
184-Work Day Calendar
Hourly Pay Rate: $31.62+ (Salary placement is based on experience.)
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Job Summary:
The behavior analyst intern is a bachelor's level student practitioner of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) who can practice the evaluation, program design, and direct service implementation under the supervision of a fully certified BCBA while they are working on their credential as a part of the fieldwork required to achieve the certification. This intern may be working on a post-bachelor's level certification (Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst, BCaBA) or a master's level certification (Board Certified Behavior Analyst), both of which require prior or concurrent enrollment in BACB approved advanced coursework in behavior analysis, to develop/practice skills, and accumulate supervised fieldwork hours, as prerequisites to sit for the BACB standardized exam. The intern may manage a caseload at the building level of students who have been identified as appropriate for consultation or direct ABA services. The intern will serve as a leader on a building level ABA team and a team member of a school's special education team. The supervising BCBA is ultimately responsible for the results of the work produced by the intern, but the intern is gradually given increased autonomy in completing the work of a behavior analyst at the level appropriate for their intended certification, experience, and competence. The intern may serve in the role of intern typically for 1 or 2 years, but potentially more years depending on the number of fieldwork hours they require for their intended certification and the length of time their intended degree takes (i.e. a post-bachelor's certificate would take fewer years than a master's degree). While working on their degree, the intern would be required to hold another certification appropriate for the school and ABA setting, such as the BCaBA (if working on a master's level certificate), an RBT (if working on a bachelor's level certificate) or other certification as deemed appropriate by the district, Colorado Department of Education (CDE), and the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB, behavior analysis governing body). The intern should be appropriately certified to bill Medicaid for the School Health Services program. The intern should fully implement the BACB code of ethics and the policies and procedures of CDE and the district Board of Education.  At all times, the intern is required to follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols, utilize safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with students, maintain student confidentiality, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and learning environment.  


Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide direct behavioral intervention in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements. Follow and record data for behavioral training protocols. Collect, record, and summarize data on observable student behavior.
• Consult with the multidisciplinary team of staff supporting their caseload of students, reviewing the progress and concerns related to student progress with the staff supporting the students, problem solve with the staff on issues of implementation and intervention.
• Support RBTs with issues of implementation, logistics, materials, crisis response, collaboration, and other needs in order to facilitate effective team work and student services.
• Consult with the supervising BCBA on issues of ethics, technical skill, expanding competence, supervision hours for RBTs, and other issues in order to prepare to be a competent independent practitioner and in order to satisfy the supervision requirements of fieldwork supervision outlined by the BACB.
• Attend weekly special education team meetings in order to serve as a resource and collaborator on the building special education team as well as to sharpen the intern's knowledge and understanding of the special education process.
• Deliver assessments to students in need of behavioral interventions for the purpose of supporting the building special education team with implementation of evidence-based interventions, to assess the student for potential addition to the ABA caseload, or to provide consultation to other district schools as a member of the Behavior/Autism team.
• Attend monthly ABA team, special education department, and district Professional Learning Community (PLC) and professional development opportunities.
• Attend Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings for caseload students as an IEP team member to assist with the special education planning and intervention process.
• Maintain certification to practice and bill Medicaid, as outlined by the most recent CDE, BACB, and district guidelines.

Education, Training and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in a field that qualifies the candidate to pursue further ABA certification (see updated BACB requirements, typically Behavior Analysis, psychology, special education or a related field).
• Enrollment in a degree-seeking/certification program in behavior analysis, either the BCaBA or BCBA. Continuous enrollment in one of these two approved programs is a requirement for this position. If at any time an individual is not actively enrolled in one of these two approved programs, the individual will no longer meet the criteria to hold this position.
• Certification as EITHER an RBT (if pursuing the BCaBA) OR a BCaBA (if pursuing the BCBA). It is the individual's responsibility to maintain continuous certification in either of these areas for the duration of their time in this position. Certification must be held at the time of hire. To obtain RBT certification, candidates must pass a 40-hour training, complete a practical competency assessment, and pass a standardized exam. The 40-hour RBT training is not provided by the district or BACB but, rather, is developed and conducted by BACB certificants and is available for free online. The candidate is responsible for locating and enrolling in a training program. The RBT Task List serves as the curriculum for the training required for all candidates for the RBT credential. Candidates are responsible for locating and paying for the RBT standardized examination. To obtain the BCaBA credential, candidates must have a bachelor's degree, have completed an approved sequence of ABA coursework, have completed 1,500 supervised fieldwork hours, and have passed a bachelor's level BCaBA praxis exam. Holding the BCaBA credential requires re-certification every other year which is achieved through the accrual of Continuing Education Units (CEUs). The BCaBA credential also requires ongoing supervision from a master's level BCBA.
• Experience working with children ages 0-21 in a classroom or 1:1 setting. Three or more years experience is preferred.
• Experience working with children or adolescents with special needs. Three or more years experience is preferred.
• Experience implementing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Three or more years experience is preferred.
• Valid Colorado driver's license.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Able to assess students using Functional Behavior Assessment (novice level), design skill building and behavior reduction protocols according to ABA (novice level), able to proficiently execute behavioral interventions utilizing principles of ABA including positive reinforcement, teaching in small steps, prompting, and repeated practice to facilitate the development of language, social interactions, independent living skills, and other aptitudes.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to ABA skills, professional development, ethics, and technology, and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standard.
• Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Ability to interpret and implement behavioral protocols and written plans.
• Commitment to maintain student confidentiality and adhere to Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) laws.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with students, co-workers, supervisors, and community members.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly.
• Advanced oral and written communication, English language, presentation/training, critical thinking, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations governing Special Education, school systems and programs including current trends in education methods for students with exceptional needs.
• Knowledge of classroom management and conflict resolution.
• Novice level supervisory skills to be utilized to support RBTs and developed through the internship process.
• Ability to manage confidentiality in all aspects of job. Ability to promote and follow Board of Education, Superintendent, school and department policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

Note: Applicants who upload a copy of their transcripts or certifications to their application may choose to redact any dates included on the transcripts or certifications, including date of birth and dates of attendance/graduation/completion. An un-redacted copy will be requested if an employment offer is extended. In addition, submitted resum�s may also exclude dates of attendance or graduation for high school and/or post-secondary education.
 
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FLSA: Non-Exempt