Questions districts commonly ask
Expect questions about FBAs, BIPs, IEP teams, staff coaching, crisis response, and how you handle disagreement with teachers or administrators.
- How do you conduct an FBA in a busy school setting?
- How do you make sure a BIP is implemented with fidelity?
- How do you coach a teacher who disagrees with the plan?
- How do you decide whether behavior data show progress?
What strong answers include
Strong answers are specific. Name the data you collect, the team members you involve, the ethical concerns you consider, and the follow-up system you use.
- A clear decision process, not just a preferred intervention.
- Examples of collaboration with educators and families.
- Attention to feasibility and implementation fidelity.
What to bring
Bring a small portfolio with a de-identified FBA/BIP example, coaching checklist, progress graph, sample IEP behavior goal, and a 90-day support plan.
Frequently asked questions
Should I bring work samples to a school BCBA interview?
Yes. De-identified artifacts help districts see how you think, write, train, and monitor implementation.
What is the most important interview theme?
Show that you can make behavior analysis usable for school teams, not just technically correct on paper.