Our Services

The NWESD Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) works closely with your district’s Special Education team to provide services to assist in the monitoring, reporting, and support of students with behavioral issues and Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and coaching classroom teachers.

Our BCBA supports students with behavior challenges by applying behavior analysis principles to create supportive learning environments. The BCBA works collaboratively with school staff and families to create interventions and programs that result in a reduction of undesired behaviors through skills acquisition and reinforcement strategies.

The BCBA can assist with conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to identify the causes of challenging behaviors and develop individually tailored behavior intervention plans (BIP) based on these assessments, creating a BIP that includes specific, measurable goals and strategies for achieving those goals, utilizing techniques such as explicit teaching, positive reinforcement, and prompting.

The BCBA can assist with monitoring the effectiveness of a BIP, analyze collected data, and make necessary adjustments based on student progress. Throughout this process they will collaborate with educators, families, and caregivers to ensure the consistent implementation of interventions and provide support and training as needed.

Fees are based upon district needs. A district may purchase a number of pre-set days or work with the NWESD for a flexible or “not to exceed” number of days. To receive an estimated quote, please contact Dr. Michelle Roper, BCBA-D, Director of Special Programs & Services, or Kristi Gunerius, Administrative Program Specialist.

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Dr. Michelle Roper, BCBA-D
Director

Kristi Gunerius
Administrative Program Specialist

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