Assistant Teaching Professor, Educational Specialities

Assistant Teaching Professor, Educational Specialities

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• This position is an on‑site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
• Position is located on the Flagstaff Mountain Campus.

The Department of Educational Specialties (ESP) is part of the College of Education (COE) and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in applied behavior analysis, special education, bilingual and multicultural education, career and technical education, and educational technology. Courses are designed with flexibility in mind to support students as they balance work, family, and academic responsibilities, and coursework is directly connected to the knowledge and skills required in applied settings.

The Department of Educational Specialties prepares professionals to meet the needs of all learners in today's classrooms and communities.

The Department of Educational Specialties is seeking a full‑time, career‑track (non‑tenure) faculty position beginning Fall 2026 to coordinate the MEd in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Graduate Certificate programs. The successful candidate will teach asynchronous online courses for students preparing to take the national exam to become BCBAs, as well as lead the process of securing professional association accreditation to meet the BACB's 2032 Pathway 1 requirements.

We are interested in candidates who have experience providing behavior analytic services and have mentored and supervised others providing interventions based on the science of ABA. We encourage applications from candidates who have experience with accreditation and program leadership.

• Teach online graduate classes in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
• Coordinate the MEd in ABA and PBS Graduate Certificate programs preparing future BCBAs to address the market demand for professional practitioners in the field.
• Lead the process of securing professional association accreditation for the MEd in ABA program to fulfill the BACB's 2032 Pathway 1 requirements.
• Recruit and advise students in the ABA and PBS programs while teaming with other university departments to promote the admission and matriculation of students.
• Participate in the development and management of quality assessment within the program.
• Collaborate with other faculty to promote innovation and continuous improvement in course content and pedagogy.
• Fulfill service responsibilities to the department, college, university, and profession.

• An earned doctorate in Special Education, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• ABD candidates may be considered only if they plan to have their degree by the start date.

• PhD or terminal degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or Related Field.
• A current Board‑Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential (BCBA‑D preferred).
• Online teaching experience (can include college teaching as a graduate assistant).
• Clinical and supervisory experience as a practicing behavior analyst.
• A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate technology into teaching including experience with online delivery of higher education and associated support systems.
• Experience with program development and assessment toward accreditation.
• Ability/experience or strong interest in recruiting, advising, and mentoring graduate students.
• Experience teaching undergraduate or graduate level courses in applied behavior analysis (in‑person, blended, or online).
• Experience supervising and training students in the process of applying to take the national exam.
• Experience networking/collaborating within and across disciplines…