Visiting Instructor or Lecturer, School of Teacher Education

The University of Central Florida Board of Trustees; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Central Florida Board of Trustees invites applications for a visiting instructor or lecturer in the School of Teacher Education on the Orlando campus, starting Spring 2027. The role includes teaching four ABA/BCBA courses per semester, leading the ABA and BCBA programs, and providing administrative support for accreditation and grant-related activities.

This is a 9-month, non-tenure track appointment with benefits, renewable for up to four academic years.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, psychology, or related field; BCBA credentials (must be met by hire).
• Minimum five years of directly relevant ABA experience.
• Terminal degree (PhD/EdD) in education or psychology; BCBA credentials (must be met by hire).
• Preferred: BCBA-D credentials

Responsibilities

• Teach four ABA/BCBA courses each semester.
• Lead the ABA and BCBA programs and provide admin support for ABA accreditation and attestations.
• Collaborate with graduate affairs on course substitutions and related tasks.

Skills

ABA program leadership

Education

Master's degree in education or psychology; BCBA credentials

Terminal degree (PhD/EdD) in education or psychology; BCBA credentials

Job description

The Opportunity

The School of Teacher Education (STE) in the College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) is dedicated to preparing and retaining exceptional student education teachers and professional educators who serve children and adults with special needs. In collaboration with Central Florida partners and CCIE's Toni Jennings Exceptional Education Institute (TJEEI), STE provides families of children with disabilities, UCF faculty and students, and educators with access to current information, resources and learning opportunities. Through teaching and research clinics, UCF faculty and students work to offer students with disabilities and their families services focused on assessment, behavior, reading, mathematics and community counseling.

The School of Teacher Education is seeking applications for a 9-month, non-tenure earning, visiting instructor or lecturer. The successful candidate will teach four courses in the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) program each semester, is expected to lead the ABA and BCBA programs, and provide administrative support for the current ABA accreditation, ABA attestations, and potentially support grant administration. The incumbent will also work with graduate affairs on behalf of STE with course substitutions.

This position is located on the Orlando campus and is anticipated to begin Spring 2027.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Instructor: A master's degree in education, psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution; Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credentials; and a minimum of five years of directly relevant professional experience in applied behavior analysis or a closely related area. All qualifications must be met by the time of hire.
• Lecturer: A terminal degree (e.g., PhD, EdD) in education, psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credentials. All qualifications must be met by the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral-level Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D) credentials
• PK-20 teaching experience
• Experience with grant-related work (e.g., administration/writing, implementation, support)

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Dr. Dan Ezell at [e-mail] , Search Committee Chair.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. H-1B visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H-1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

This is a visiting, 9-month, non-tenure track appointment with benefits, annually renewable for up to four academic years (maximum).

Note to applicants : Please keep in mind that a job posted without an end date may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

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