Online ABA MS Curriculum SME | BCBA-D Expert

Herzing University; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 114,000 - 162,000; Part time

Job summary

Herzing University is seeking a part‑time Subject Matter Expert (SME) to advise on creating an MS in Applied Behavior Analysis and attaining ABAI accreditation. The SME guides accreditation timelines, maps curriculum to ABAI standards, and supports program communications and stakeholder engagements.

The role involves ensuring alignment with BACB and state licensure, coordinating supervised fieldwork, and participating in regular project meetings.

Qualifications

• Holding a doctoral degree in behavior analysis or applied behavior analysis.
• Current BCBA certification (BCBA-D) in good standing.
• Experience teaching, designing, and launching an accredited online ABA program.
• Experience with the 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: Align curriculum and fieldwork to BACB and state licensure.
• Program communication: Draft internal materials and review external materials.
• Meetings: Attend scheduled project meetings with university leaders.
• Deliverables: Submit deliverables per SME contract and program structure.
• Confidentiality and AI use: Protect university information and follow AI governance policy.
• Contract: Adhere to the SME contract and perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

BCBA certification (BCBA-D)

Teaching experience

Curriculum design

Online program development

Education

Doctoral degree in behavior analysis

Job description

Herzing University is seeking a part‑time Subject Matter Expert (SME) to advise on creating an MS in Applied Behavior Analysis and attaining ABAI accreditation. The SME guides accreditation timelines, maps curriculum to ABAI standards, and supports program communications and stakeholder engagements.

The role involves ensuring alignment with BACB and state licensure, coordinating supervised fieldwork, and participating in regular project meetings.