Esther C Bubb ABA Services

Esther C. Bubb, EdD, BCBA, LBS

Founder, Esther C. Bubb ABA Services
Educational Leader | Behavior Analyst | Consultant | Trainer

Dr. Esther C. Bubb is an educational leader, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and professional development specialist dedicated to transforming practice and people through leadership. With more than two decades of experience across early childhood, special education, higher education, and organizational systems, she supports educators, leaders, and agencies in building capacity, strengthening programs, and achieving meaningful, sustainable outcomes.

As the founder of Esther C. Bubb ABA Services, Dr. Bubb partners with schools, early childhood programs, agencies, and professionals to deliver evidence-based training, applied behavior analysis (ABA) services, and leadership-centered growth opportunities. Her work is grounded in data-informed decision-making, culturally responsive practice, and the belief that strong systems and skilled people create thriving learning environments for all children.

Dr. Bubb’s expertise spans:

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and instructional coaching
Early childhood education and early intervention
Reducing challenging behavior, suspensions, and expulsions
Systems-level compliance, programming, and continuous improvement
Leadership development, professional learning communities, and capacity-building
Interagency collaboration and organizational problem-solving
Designing and implementing innovative, scalable training models

A highly experienced leader, Dr. Bubb has served as Supervisor of Special Education for Early Childhood Programs, Early Intervention Program Supervisor, Coordinator of Student Services & Behavioral Supports, Director of Children’s Clinical Services, and Assistant Director of early childhood ABA programs. Across these roles, she has led complex multidisciplinary teams, developed large-scale ABA and behavioral initiatives, implemented compliance-driven systems, managed budgets and staffing structures, and supported districts in meeting state and federal mandates.

Dr. Bubb is also an accomplished educator. She has taught graduate and undergraduate courses for Gannon University, Eastern University, St. Joseph’s University, and the University of the West Indies, including courses in ABA, assessment, ethics, consultation, leadership, and urban education. She has supervised dozens of aspiring BCBAs, RBTs, and educators from institutions across the country and contributed to national and state-level ABA and education initiatives—including collaborating with the Pennsylvania Department of Education to develop the Behavior Analyst Certification & Staffing Policy Guideline (CSPG 203).

A frequent presenter, Dr. Bubb has delivered trainings and conference sessions on behavior interventions, neurodiversity and inclusion, early childhood practices, compliance, ethics, and leadership. Her work has also extended to research, program development, and cross-agency collaborations with universities, state departments, and community organizations.

Dr. Bubb holds an EdD in Special Education, a Principal PK–12 Certification, a Master of Science in Criminal Justice and ABA, an MBA, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. She is the author of Be Your BEST: 4 Principles to Becoming Better Every Single Time and continues to champion equitable, high-quality learning experiences for all children.

At Esther C. Bubb ABA Services, she brings her passion, experience, and leadership together to help professionals, programs, and entire systems grow—through training that is practical, transformational, and rooted in behavior science.

1. Growth

We believe growth is always possible. We embrace curiosity, learning, reflection, and continuous improvement, recognizing that every experience creates an opportunity to become more than we were yesterday.

2. Dignity

We honor the inherent worth of every person. We create environments where people feel respected, valued, heard, and empowered to grow.

3. Stewardship

We steward the growth of people with intentionality, humility, and responsibility. Leadership is measured by how well we help others discover their potential and thrive.

4. Understanding

We seek understanding before judgment. We recognize that behavior tells a story and that meaningful growth begins by understanding people, systems, and environments.

5. Partnership

Growth is strengthened through authentic relationships. We value collaboration, shared learning, and partnerships that create lasting impact for individuals, organizations, and communities.

6. Integrity

We act with honesty, accountability, and professionalism. We align our words, decisions, and actions because trust creates the conditions where growth can flourish.

1. Every person has the capacity to grow.

Growth is not reserved for a select few. We believe every individual possesses untapped potential and the ability to learn, adapt, and become more than they believed possible.

2. Leadership is the intentional stewardship of creating the conditions where people discover possibilities within themselves and grow toward their fullest potential.

Leadership is the intentional stewardship of people's growth. Leaders create the conditions where individuals discover possibilities within themselves they could not yet see, and where those possibilities are nurtured into meaningful growth and expanding impact.

3. People grow best when the conditions support dignity, trust, and belonging.

Growth flourishes in environments where people feel respected, heard, valued, and psychologically safe. We believe the conditions we create shape what people believe is possible for themselves, empowering them to learn, contribute, and thrive.

4. Understanding behavior helps us create better conditions for growth.

Behavior tells a story. Before we judge behavior, we seek to understand the experiences, needs, systems, and environments that shape it. Understanding behavior allows us to create conditions where growth becomes possible rather than simply correcting what is visible.

5. Intentional action transforms conditions into growth.

Transformative growth is created through intentional action, reflective leadership, compassionate accountability, and systems that empower people to grow and succeed. Small, intentional actions, repeated over time, create extraordinary change.

Who We Serve

Educators

certified & aspiring Bcbas

Early Childhood Teams

Educational teams seeking evidence-based strategies and leadership practices grounded in behavior science.

Early Childhood Teams

certified & aspiring Bcbas

Early Childhood Teams

Early Childhood professionals aiming to enhance quality, strengthen collaboration, and improve outcomes for young learners.

certified & aspiring Bcbas

Current and future ABA professionals looking for supervision, ethical guidance, skill development, and leadership pathways.

Clinicians

Organizational Leaders

certified & aspiring Bcbas

Professionals and teams in need of practical, research-aligned tools to improve service delivery and client experiences.

Organizational Leaders

Systems-level decision makers who need strategic support and professional development to strengthen programming.

Families & Caregivers

Organizational Leaders

Parents and caregivers searching for compassionate solutions to support their child’s growth and well-being.