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Visiting Assistant Professor of Special Education with an Emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis

Employer
University of Central Missouri
Location
Missouri, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Mar 7, 2023

Job Details

Position Information

Position Information

Position Title
Visiting Assistant Professor

Working Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of Special Education with an Emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis

Department
240635-Special Education

Pay Rate
Per faculty salary model

FTE
1.0

FLSA
Exempt

Position Number
998305

Classification
Faculty

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Note: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.

Candidates must complete an on-line faculty profile found at https://jobs.ucmo.edu and apply to position 998305. UCM requires that all faculty applicants complete the on-line faculty profile. All documents requested must be attached to the profile at the time of application. Only completed faculty profiles with attached documents will be accepted for this position.

Candidates should submit (1) a cover letter that outlines the applicant’s interest, qualifications, and experience for the position; (2) a curriculum vitae/resume; (3) unofficial transcripts for all awarded degrees; and (4) include on faculty profile the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of a minimum of three professional references.

Review of applications will begin on immediately and continues until the position is filled. The desired starting date for this appointment is August 2023. This is a 9-month appointment.

Direct inquiries regarding this position to: Dr. Theresa L. Earles-Vollrath at vollrath@ucmo.edu

For information about the on-line application process contact Human Resources at jobs@ucmo.edu or (660)543-4255.

The University of Central Missouri is an AA/ EEO / ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Working hours:

Professional faculty hours

Bargaining Unit
No

Work Location
Warrensburg Campus

Posting Date
03/07/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Position Purpose

The Department of Career, Technical, and Special Education at the University of Central Missouri invites applicants for a position in Special Education with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis ( ABA ). The Visiting Assistant Professor position is a two year, 9-month position at 100% FTE with opportunities for teaching during the summer semester based on curricular and administrative need. The position has been approved to transition to a full-time, tenure track position at the end of the two-year period based on program growth and need.

Teaching, scholarship, and service requirements of this position include:

Deliver instruction in graduate and undergraduate on-campus, distance/video, hybrid, or online courses in topics related to special education and applied behavior analysis.

Supervise undergraduate and graduate field experience and practicum students in the application of special education practices and applied behavior analysis in schools, homes, and communities, by making meaningful connections between university and field experiences.

Work with colleagues on campus and in state and national ABA professional organizations to ensure that the ABA Program curriculum reflects our strong commitment to and promotion of educational equity and social justice.

Participate in and maintain the Behavior Analysis program, ensuring it integration with College of Education initiatives.

Advise, support, and mentor students.

Collaborate with college faculty in recruitment efforts and retention supports.

Collaborate in department and university program development and committees.

Education & Formal Training
Doctorate degree (Specify field(s) of study below)

Other Education & Formal Training

Doctorate or doctoral candidate in special education or related field with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certificate as doctoral level Board Certified Behavioral Analyst ( BCBA or BCBA -D) stated on the Behavior Analyst Certification Board website (i.e. accrued 1,500 hours of BCBA -supervised field experience and met the BCBA coursework requirement.)

Computer Skills
Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Other - Learning Management Systems, Data Management Systems, and Google Drive

Experience

Preference will be given to applicants who have experience working with EC-12 (teaching experience, professional development, administration, instructional coaching, etc.) in applied setting.

Experience with or willingness to learn to develop and teach face-to-face, online and hybrid courses.

Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:
Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality

Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

Excellent collaborative skills.

Competence in instructional technology.

Physical & Environmental Factors:

Special Working Conditions:
Irregular work hours, Professional appearance

Ability to Keyboard
No keyboarding test required.
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you understand that the university requires a background check for this position and that any job offer made to the selected candidate is contingent upon the results of this check?

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship to acquire or maintain U.S. work authorization?
    • Yes
    • No
Required Documents
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. References
  3. Transcripts
  4. Vitae
Optional Documents

Company

University of Central Missouri

The University of Central Missouri is an innovative school that offers a high-quality education while remaining one of the most affordable universities in the country.

The University of Central Missouri believes its responsibility is to enrich each student’s perspective through a cumulative experience that starts with academic rigor and integrates applied learning and servant-leadership opportunities. Our model of continuous learning allows each student to find and fulfill his or her own sense of purpose. By engaging students with multiple sources of learning and creating a dynamic environment that encourages individuals to find their passions and reach beyond themselves, UCM prepares students by giving them knowledge and experiences that broaden and deepen their education so they may flourish in a world of accelerated change.

The University of Central Missouri has two campus locations, a site office at Whiteman Air Force Base and an online presence. Both UCM campuses are centrally located in Missouri, which means you're close to just about everything.

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