ABA Online Adjunct Faculty

Overview

The adjunct professor with the ABA Online program will support students’ success in courses specific to ABA Online, including certificate and master’s programs.

• Conduct synchronous online instructional meetings and ensure they start and end on time.
• Facilitate student learning through student engagement and discussion.
• Answer student questions regarding course content and processes during course meetings, via email, and on discussion board posts for the assigned courses.
• Present original materials that include frequent opportunities for active student responding.
• Ensure content is clear and accurate to supplement the pre‑recorded lecture videos.
• Use teaching techniques that maintain student engagement and encourage student discussion and collaboration.
• Provide explanations, examples, and tips with an emphasis on difficult or complex concepts.
• Record online meetings.
• Adhere to all instructor duties outlined in the instructor guide.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Prepare for course meetings by reviewing and/or editing materials and planning opportunities for student engagement.
• Respond to student emails within 24 hours.
• Enter student attendance within 24 hours of the scheduled online meeting.
• Monitor student progress and communicate with students regarding progress as needed.
• Participate in the discussion boards as directed by the lead instructor for assigned course(s).
• Complete trainings (e.g., Workday learning) required by the institution as needed.
• Provide accurate availability for scheduling purposes up to one semester ahead of the scheduled term.
• Attend a pre‑semester instructor meeting one week before each semester or review the recording.
• Flexible scheduling, including working evenings and weekends, may be required.

• Remain current in the field of behavior analysis as well as the specific content covered in the assigned course(s).
• Demonstrate proficiency in conducting synchronous online instruction and managing a virtual classroom.
• Apply instructional strategies that promote student engagement, discussion, and collaboration.
• Show strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Respond to student emails and discussion posts within 24 hours.
• Have reliable internet access and appropriate technology for recording and streaming online sessions.

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