Visiting Instructor or Lecturer, School of Teacher Education

UCF Advancement; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Flexible work environment

Job summary

The University of Central Florida - College of Medicine invites applications for a 9-month, non-tenure earning Visiting Instructor or Lecturer in the School of Teacher Education (CCIE). The successful candidate will teach four ABA/BCBA courses per semester, lead related programs, and provide administrative support for ABA accreditation and attestations.

Responsibilities include collaboration with graduate affairs on course substitutions, grant-related tasks, and contributing to program

Qualifications

• Must meet all qualifications by time of hire for Instructor or Lecturer position.
• BCBA credentials required for both tracks; ABA-related experience strongly preferred.
• A terminal degree or higher required for Lecturer, with BCBA credentials.

Responsibilities

• Teach four ABA/BCBA courses each semester in the program.
• Lead the ABA and BCBA programs and support accreditation activities.
• Assist with grant administration and course substitutions with graduate affairs.

Skills

BCBA credentials

Graduate degree

ABA experience

Education

Master’s degree in education, psychology, or related field

Terminal degree (PhD/EdD) in education/psychology or related field

Job description

## Visiting Instructor or Lecturer, School of Teacher EducationApply: Orlando, FL (Main Campus): Full time: Posted Today: R114499**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) **Additional Application Materials Required:** UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload the following: * A curriculum vitae.* A letter of interest describing qualifications for the position, such as research agenda and teaching experience/interest. **NOTE**: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later. 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. **Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?** As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. **Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:*** Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.* Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.* Retirement savings options.* Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.* Education assistance.* Flexible work environment.* And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here. **Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.** **Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:**Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela. The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.**Department**College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) - School of Teacher Education**Work Schedule**Varies**Type of Appointment**Fixed Term (Fixed Term)**Expected Salary**Negotiable The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. For general application or posting questions, please email [e-mail]. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please email [e-mail].