Adjunct Professor - School of Education: Applied Behavior Analysis - Online Campus Candidate Pool

Bertelsmann • San Diego, CA

1d • $26 - $31 • Remote

About The Position

The School of Education at Alliant University offers a variety of degrees, certificates, and credentials in education that prepare students to make a lasting impact through teaching, counseling, leadership, advocacy, administration, management, and community work. The Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an 12-month full time program designed for working adults. The ABA Program mission is to prepare students to be professionally competent, compassionate, and ethical practitioners of applied behavior analysis who work with individuals diagnosed with disabilities and their families. Applicants to this position will be considered for a candidate pool encompassing one or more of the subject areas outlined in the job description. This pool will be used to identify qualified candidates for potential appointments during the 2026–2027 academic year.

Requirements

• Doctoral or Master degree in Psychology, Special Education, ABA, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Board certified behavior analyst (BCBA)
• Appropriate experience with teaching graduate courses in applied behavior analysis
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Nice To Haves

• Proficient computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• The ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to problem solve.
• The ability to explain complex requirements in clear and concise terms.
• The ability to be flexible with workflow to meet the needs of the department and students and to manage multiple tasks per required deadlines.
• The drive to encourage, direct, hold accountable and guide candidates toward task completion.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member and develop trusting relationships with students and Alliant employees, as well as the Registrar’s Office and various academic departments.
• Culturally humble and ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse people.
• Highly motivated, focused and results oriented.
• Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal interactions, and to maintain confidentiality.
• Collaboration and partnering with other university stakeholders to support candidate success.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate graduate-level ABA courses that align with program learning outcomes, BACB 6th Edition Test Outline Content, and APBA accreditation standards.
• Update syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments that reflect adult learning principles and best online teaching practices.
• Class curriculum coordination and planning.
• Assessment and evaluation of learners.
• Support students as needed.
• Hold weekly, synchronous office hours and meet with students upon request.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the ABA Program Director to ensure course quality and identify course updates.
• Ensure all course content upholds professional and ethical requirements of the behavior analytic community.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level