ABA Online MS Curriculum & Accreditation Expert

Herzing University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 114,000 - 162,000; Part time

Job summary

Herzing University seeks a part-time Subject Matter Expert to guide the design of a MS in Applied Behavior Analysis aimed at ABAI accreditation. The SME will map curriculum to ABAI standards, outline accreditation timelines, and advise on faculty qualifications and resource needs.

The role includes drafting program communications, supporting confidentiality, and participating in project meetings with senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in behavior analysis or applied behavior analysis.
• Current BCBA certification with BCBA-D designation (in good standing).
• Experience teaching, designing, and launching an accredited online ABA program.
• Experience with ABAI accreditation process as a program director, faculty member, or reviewer.
• Demonstrated skills in curriculum sequencing, assessment, and accreditation, and licensure alignment.
• Experience designing or overseeing supervised fieldwork or practicum experiences.

Responsibilities

• Accreditation timeline: Propose milestones, dependencies, and hiring needs.
• Standards crosswalk: Map curriculum to ABAI standards with gap analysis and revisions.
• Certification and licensure alignment: Document alignment to BACB and state licensure requirements.
• Program communication: Draft internal materials and review external materials.
• Meetings: Attend scheduled project meetings with AVP and Department Chair.
• Deliverables: Submit deliverables on contract schedule.
• Confidentiality and AI use: Protect confidential University information and follow AI policies.
• Contract: Adhere to SME contract; additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Curriculum design and sequencing

Accreditation process knowledge

Supervised fieldwork design

Program communication drafting

Confidentiality and policy compliance

Education

Doctoral degree in behavior analysis or applied behavior analysis

BCBA certification with BCBA-D designation

Job description

Herzing University seeks a part-time Subject Matter Expert to guide the design of a MS in Applied Behavior Analysis aimed at ABAI accreditation. The SME will map curriculum to ABAI standards, outline accreditation timelines, and advise on faculty qualifications and resource needs.

The role includes drafting program communications, supporting confidentiality, and participating in project meetings with senior leaders.