REGISTERED BEHAVIOUR ANALYST / ABA COORDINATOR

1.0 FTE – Temporary (ending October 16, 2026)

Salary Range for a Registered Behaviour Analyst: $76,095 – $93,939 per year

Salary Range for an ABA Coordinator: $68,663 - $84,641 per year

The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Registered Behaviour Analyst/ABA Coordinator working with our Special Education Services department. The Registered Behaviour Analyst/ABA Coordinator is responsible for providing support to school teams in the form of consultation, coaching and modelling for the purpose of integrating the principles of ABA as outlined in the Ministry of Education's Policy and Program Memorandum (PPM) 140. The Registered Behaviour Analyst's/ABA Coordinator's primary focus is to support programs for students with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and other related exceptionalities. The successful incumbent will be responsible for designing and providing professional development to school board personnel, enhancing the collaboration with home teams and outside agencies, and is a member of the Connections for Students transition team, working with school and board team members to facilitate seamless transitions.

This position will have a board focus on supporting programs for students with an ASD, and other related exceptionalities, in the application of the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis as outlined in the Ministry of Education's Policy and Program Memorandum (PPM) 140: individualization; generalization of skills; data collection; use of reinforcement; and the planning of transitions. The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise in working with students with an ASD across grade levels, knowledge of community supports, and a thorough understanding of the application of ABA to a school setting.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• For Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA): Registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario as a Behaviour Analyst.
• For ABA Coordinator: Post-graduate degree (typically at a minimum master's level), including successful completion of recognized coursework in behaviour analysis, and willingness to be supervised by RBA.
• Post-graduate or equivalent field experience in autism and behaviour science;
• Training in applied behaviour analysis principles from a recognized institution;
• Three (3) to five (5) years related experience working with children and youth who have special education needs; those with an ASD;
• Knowledge of the elementary and secondary education system in Ontario;
• Experience providing and/or facilitating adult learning or training, preferably in an educational environment;
• Excellent interpersonal, organization, and coordinating skills;
• Leadership and coaching skills;
• Reliable transportation required;
• The nature of this position will require travel within an assigned district; mileage reimbursement at the Board approved rate;

Preference will be given to candidates with: Successful experiences working with school teams, with an emphasis on the application of ABA; experience providing support to educators across three divisions; and evidence of on-going professional development in Ministry and Board special education initiatives related to Special Education, ASD, and ABA. Experience should indicate strengths in leadership, coaching, organizational, interpersonal, and instructional skills. Applicants are asked to submit evidence of the above and a one-page resume outlining qualifications and include two (2) references. Questions related to this position should be directed to the Principal of Special Education.

TESTING MAY BE REQUIRED DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS.

The normal work period for this position is the school year - ten (10) months and ten (10) days. The salary range for a Registered Behaviour Analyst position is $76,095 – $93,939 per year, and the salary range for an ABA Coordinator is $68,663 - $84,641, depending on qualifications and experience. Assigned area(s) may be subject to change in the future. This is a unionized position and union dues are applicable.

Internal applicants with a seniority date in the A.P.S.S.P. union are requested to identify their seniority date in their cover letter.

Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees,

even if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this vacancy through the Apply to Education (ATE) website at . Applicants are required to submit a resume detailing education, experience, and qualifications on or before 12:00 p.m. September 5, 2025.

Cover letters may be addressed to Dr. Bronwen Davis, Senior Psychologist / Manager of Clinical Services, Megan Francis**, Principal of Special of Education** and Tyson Maxwell**, Principal of Special Education**. Any application not received through the ATE website by the deadline will not be eligible for consideration. To view the posting on the ATE website, select “Search Jobs”, select “Support Applicants”, then use the search section to look for positions with the Simcoe County District School Board.

To apply for the posting:

• Sign into your ApplyToEducation Support (Management/Professional) applicant account;
• Select Search Jobs from the Job Postings section;
• Enter the ATE Job Code # in the Keywords field;
• Click the [SEARCH] button at the bottom of the page;
• Select the position of interest and click the [APPLY] button on the job description page.

** All fees for the application process are covered by the Simcoe County District School Board. **

Application packages will no longer be accepted in hard copy, by e-mail or by fax**.** Should applicants require assistance in registering for ATE, the ATE Help Desk may be contacted at 1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.