Full-time Permanent Registered Behaviour Analyst

Posting # PSSP- 2026-11-10-010

PERMANENT FULL-TIME REGISTERED BEHAVIOUR ANALYST

Trillium Lakelands District School Board requires one (1) permanent full-time Registered Behaviour Analysts (R.B.A.s) (ON) commencing as soon as possible following the hiring process.

Region: Muskoka and/or Haliburton;

Location: Assigned schools within region; office location at Lindsay Education Centre or Muskoka Education Centre

Salary: $86,722 - $94,401 per annum

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a permanent full-time position associated with the school year calendar.

The R.B.A will work closely as a member of the Special Education Interdisciplinary Team under the supervision of the District Principal for Special Education Services, while maintaining clinical autonomy in accordance with College standards. The R.B.A will design and implement behavioural programs and provide leadership, consultation and direct support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex student behaviour to build system capacity. The R.B.A works directly with schools as a collaborative partner with classroom staff, members of the special education team, parents and community agencies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides expertise in the area of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) principles, strategies and methods.

• Support principals, teachers, educational assistants and multidisciplinary teams by providing and coordinating Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) instructional methods and resources at the Board and school level.
• Provides direct support and coaching to school-based and system staff in the modelling of strategies to shape student behaviour.

• Develops and facilitates professional development and training sessions to school-based and system staff as required to build capacity regarding ABA strategies and methods.
• Consults with teachers regarding individual education plans, safety plans and Behaviour programs by incorporating ABA methods.
• Supports the development and implementation of behaviour plans with ongoing monitoring, coaching and revision as required.
• Keeps current with relevant research, initiatives and evidence-based practices as they relate to neurodivergent learners and self regulation.
• Utilize and interpret the results of formal and informal observation and curriculum-based assessment in planning for individual student needs.

• Liaise and facilitate collaboration between community partners/service providers and schools.
• Attend case conferences, In-School Team meetings, and community agency meetings, as required.

• Supports the implementation of Ministry of Education policy in compliance with Policy/Program Memorandum (PPM) No. 140 and No.156.

• Perform other duties as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum completion of a relevant Master's Degree or equivalent.
• Possess an active Certificate of Registration for a Behaviour Analyst Authorizing Autonomous Practice issued by the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (and be in good standing)
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience.
• Experience working with children and youth with special education.
• Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex behavioural needs.
• Must possess a valid Ontario Class ‘G' Driver's License and have consistent access to a reliable vehicle to meet the multi-location demands of this position.
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Background check.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Assets for successful applicants would include:

• An understanding of the ways in which the Board, community agencies and organizations can work collaboratively to support students who have neurodiverse learning profiles.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Ability to align professional activities with system and Ministry priorities.
• Knowledge of elementary and secondary education in Ontario and relevant Ministry policies and procedures (e.g. PPM 140).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Successful applicants will demonstrate evidence of:

• Experience working with children and youth who have special education needs, in particular, those who have autism or other neurodiverse learning profiles.
• Demonstrated ability to provide/facilitate adult learning and training.
• Follows the standards of professional conduct and ethical guidelines outlined by the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario.
• Demonstrated skills working in and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with IEPs, Behaviour planning, Safety plans and completing Functional Behaviour Assessments.
• Excellent organizational and coordinating skills.
• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel from site to site

Interested applicants should forward their cover letter and resume quoting posting PSSP-2026-11-10-010 by 3:00 p.m. on Monday, November 23, 2026 to Andrea O'Leary, District Principal Department of Specialized Services,

c/o Amanda Halley [email protected]

Trillium Lakelands District School Board

300 County Road 36, Lindsay, ON K9V 4R4

All applicants must submit a cover letter (quoting the posting number), a resume and a current copy of their education and certificate of qualification. Your application package must be submitted in either .pdf or .docx format. We would like to thank all respondents, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Trillium Lakelands District School Board is committed to equitable hiring practices and upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion. To assist the Board in reflecting the communities we serve, we encourage and welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, and/or lived experiences who may be a member of a marginalized group.

Trillium Lakelands District School Board complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Principal/Supervisor to whom you are submitting your application.

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