Adjunct Faculty, Applied Behavior Analysis Program CSOE (Remote Position)

Alliant International University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas:Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement.The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations.Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues.Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty. Our Mission: Alliant International University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world. Our Vision: An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni. Position Summary: The Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an 18-month program designed for working adults. The ABA Program mission is to prepare students to be professionally competent, compassionate, ethical practitioners of applied behavior analysis who work with individuals diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Adjunct Faculty are scholars and professionals, who teach in their area(s) of specialization and expertise. The primary affiliation of adjunct faculty is not with the university. We are hiring adjunct professors to design the following courses: Specific Courses: Winter Term (Jan 13, 2025 - May 4, 2025) ABA60040: Behavioral Skill Assessments & Evidence-Based Instruction Description: This course introduces common behavior analytic skill assessments and instructional strategies for individuals with disabilities. Students will learn how to assess individuals' areas of strength and needs, and deliver evidence-based instructional strategies based on assessment results and other considerations. Students will gain competence in applying evidence-based instructional strategies to the development of communication, adaptive, academic, leisure, social, and vocational skills. ABA60050: Functional Behavior Assessments & Interventions for Safety-Related Behaviors Description: This course provides information about functional behavior assessment and intervention strategies to reduce behaviors related to safety (e.g., aggression, self-harm, elopement) and increase positive behavioral repertoires. Students will gain competence in selecting, applying, and recommending interventions that are functionally equivalent to behaviors of concern across multiple settings. ABA60060: Organizational Behavior Management & Supervision Description: This course provides an overview of human behavior at the individual, group, and organization level.Students will gain competence related to performance analysis and management, supervision, staff training andcoaching, behavioral systems analysis, organizational culture, and leadership. Students will gain the knowledge and skillsnecessary to work collaboratively within and across groups, agencies, and organizations to improve performance andfunctioning. ABA60070: Learners on the Autism Spectrum Description: This course offers an in-depth, interdisciplinary exploration of Autism through a strengths-basedand neurodiversity-affirming lens. It examines the social, emotional, communicative, sensory, and cognitive dimensions of Autism across developmental stages. Emphasis is placed on inclusive, culturally responsive, andtrauma-informed practices that honor the voices and experiences of Autistic individuals. Students will engagewith current research, practical strategies, and identity-affirming supports to create learning environmentsthat promote meaningful participation, autonomy, and well-being for Autistic learners. Starting Pay: $39 Hourly Minimum Qualifications: Education: Doctoral or Master degree in Psychology, Special Education, ABA, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: Appropriate experience in the areas(s) of specialization and expertise. At least three (3) years of experience as a School Psychologist. Educational Psychologist through the BBS (LEP), is preferred. Skills: Proficient computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. The ability to work independently and be self-motivated. High level of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to problem solve. The ability to explain complex requirements in clear and concise terms. The ability to be flexible with workflow to meet the needs of the department and students and to manage multiple tasks per required deadlines. The drive to encourage, direct, hold accountable and guide candidates toward task completion. Must demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member and develop trusting relationships with students and Alliant employees, as well as the Registrar's Office and various academic departments. Culturally humble and ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse people. Highly motivated, focused and results oriented. Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal interactions, and to maintain confidentiality. Collaboration and partnering with other university stakeholders to support candidate success. Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Duties & Responsibilities: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions). Design graduate-level ABA courses that align with program learning outcomes and the BACB 6th Edition Test Outline Content. Develop syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments that reflect adult learning principles and best online teaching practices. Create asynchronous learning content. Collaboration with the Program Director, university instructional designers, and other faculty to ensure high quality, consistent course content. Ensure all course content upholds professional and ethical requirements of the behavior analytic community. Supervisory Responsibility: Direct Reports: None. Indirect Reports: None. Contact Responsibility: Internal: Interacts with Program Director to receive support and guidance throughout the instructional term. Main communication is between Adjunct Faculty and currently enrolled candidates. External: None. Primary Work Location, Hours & Travel Requirements: Office Location: Remote Work Hours: N/A Travel: None Work Environment: This is a fully remote position, with faculty choosing their own environment to teach in. Physical Requirements: Ability to execute those physical activities required to perform the essential functions including, but not limited to, regular sitting and being mobile; continual communicating; regular keyboarding; regular reading of both print and digital material; and all other activities required to perform essential functions. Compliance: Responsible to perform all work in a manner that complies with the organization policies, applicable regulations, applicable standards of professional performance, or other recognized laws or requirements as these policies, regulations, standards, laws or requirements relate to the position. Responsible to participate and support in the organizational compliance activities and to take appropriate action in reporting issues related to compliance. Responsible to perform all duties and responsibilities in a manner that complies with the Alliant International University Mission, Values, and Pillars, if applicable. Background Check Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current University employees who apply for the position. Additional Information: Anti-Discrimination Policy: Alliant International University prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation in its educational programs, services and activities, and in employment practices, including but not limited to internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, relationships with outside vendors, use of contractors and consultants, and in its admission or access thereto, on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin or descent, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability (including physical, disease, psychiatric or psychological disability), medical condition, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, hair style or texture associated with race, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Alliant International University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring a high quality of education through the diversity of the University community and the curriculum. Women, people of color, people with disabilities and people from other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply, as we actively seek to increase diversity at all levels. The University will conduct its programs, services and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Human Resources athumanresources@alliant.eduor 858-635-4509. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requires that we provide you with this Notice at Collection for California Employees and Applicants.This notice is about the collection and use of your personal information.We encourage you to read this notice carefully. Governing legislation: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the regulations implementing these statutes, and applicable federal and California law. Alliant International University is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Company:Alliant University Country:United States of America State/Region:California City: San Diego Postal Code:92131 Job ID:283928