Teacher-on-Special-Assignment (TOSA): Behavioral Specialist

Under the general direction of the Director of Student Support Services, instructs and monitors classroom teachers, assistants, and school personnel in the implementation of behavior programs which may include instructional strategies and techniques based on the principles of applied behavior analysis. Provides training for and interacts professionally with parents (including home visits), school and district personnel, and other pertinent professionals. Keeps abreast of behavior literature, practices, and regulations. Understands and follows current guidelines regulating the implementation of behavior programming. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Experience: Two years experience in providing educational programs and/or behavioral intervention for students with autism and/or emotional disturbance preferred. 

Education: Any combination equivalent to: Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis with BCBA program completed (will consider candidates on track to complete BCBA program if at least 80% of program has been completed), or have master’s degree in related field with at least some graduate training in Applied Behavior Analysis or behavior management. 

Licenses: Valid California Teacher Credential This position are part of the Certificated Teacher Unit at MCUSD/MCOE and will be placed depending on experience and education on the Certificated Teacher Employee Salary schedule. 

This position is grant-funded for the 2026-27 school year, continuous is contingent on funding.

PLEASE NOTE THE 2026-27 SALARY SCHEDULE IS PENDING - SALARY IS CURRENTLY BASED ON THE 2025-26 SALARY SCHEDULE. 

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