Category:: Faculty
Department:: 01-50-5085-ABA Dept
Locations:: East Longmeadow, MA
Posted:: Aug 30, 2021
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-Time Salaried (Exempt)
Position ID:: 136088

About Bay Path University:

When Bay Path opened its doors to students in 1897, it had a very clear goal: to provide a practical, affordable, and career-oriented education to meet the needs of companies, organizations, and communities. From the beginning, Bay Path prided itself on being entrepreneurial, constantly pushing the boundaries of the academic experience to fit the student...to start them on the road of success. We still do.

Today, that spirit and philosophy is more important than ever in higher education. At Bay Path, it's not just the number and breadth of undergraduate and graduate programs that defines us-and we have many-but it is our ability to connect the classroom to learning to leadership to experience to career that is at the core of what we do best. We know the work that needs to be done.

Bay Path University, an independent and not-for-profit institution, was named Among Fastest Growing Baccalaureate Colleges by the Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac, and is a member of the Women's College Coalition. With a main campus in Longmeadow, MA and three satellite locations, (East Longmeadow, Sturbridge, Concord), Bay Path offers undergraduate, graduate (for women and men) degrees, and professional certificates.

We're committed to preparing our students to navigate a constantly changing world. Whether it is one of our innovative academic programs, groundbreaking online learning platform, or through our Women as Empowered Learners and Leaders initiative, we educate our students in ways that will help them to grow, learn to adapt, and always to flourish. Be part of the change.

We invite you to visit our website at www.baypath.edu where you can learn more about Bay Path University.

Job Description:

• Position Code: ASPABA
• Status: Full-time, 12 month, faculty position
• Hours: As per courses scheduled; schedule varies. Day, evening, and weekend hours required
• Location: East Longmeadow, MA/Online
• Exempt: Yes

Job Summary:

We seek a dynamic individual who has expertise in applied behavior analysis and instruction in higher education with extensive background providing ABA services in a variety of settings, including educational and clinical organizations. The successful candidate will provide high quality instruction to the graduate programs in applied behavior analysis and special education and will teach and supervise in our graduate programs across sites and locations, with priority being in our online format.

Essential Functions:

• Teaching and supervising a minimum of eight (8) courses (24 credits) or the equivalent in courses + supervision annually to include select undergraduate and graduate courses offered by the ABA program (including introductory and advanced ABA courses, specialty area and concentration courses in OBM/ Supervision, Functional Assessment and Analysis, and Verbal Behavior. Courses will be primarily online, with synchronous class meetings held remotely; may include a combination of online and onsite courses across campus locations (Concord MA, East Longmeadow MA, and offsite program locations);
• Support undergraduate and graduate activities at the university;
• Supervise students in the ABA program;
• Advise students in the ABA Program;
• Assist in curriculum development, including development of online classes and supervision curriculum;
• Work closely Program Director, ABA Team, and Special Education Coordinator to support graduate students;
• Maintain close contact to and engagement with the applied behavior analysis credentialing organizations, regional ABA organizations, latest BACB® regulations, and up-to-date field of ABA content;
• Advance research/scholarship of the ABA program, including leadership of student research activity;
• Engage in program development and innovation in applied behavior analysis and special education/teacher education;
• Provide significant program leadership and service of the ABA Program;
• Establish and maintain community/district-based partnerships;
• Provide assistance for grants or other fundraising efforts as requested;
• Assist with the identification, compilation, and analysis of program assessment information;
• Engage in school and university service and committee activities while also participating in community service activities in Massachusetts aligned with the University's mission;
• Manage the learning environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school/campus academic and attendance policies;
• Actively participate and be involved in representing the university in local, state, and national professional organizations;
• Maintain scheduled office hours according to university policy;
• Attend faculty, department and university meetings;
• Assist the admissions office with student recruitment by participating in open houses and other admissions events, calling and writing prospective students and other activities as requested;
• Maintain an active presence at the university, including participation in major university events (e.g. Commencement, Academic Convocation) and student events;
• Support diversity, inclusion and equity in teaching, supervision, and service;
• Maintain appropriate standards of behavior, mutual respect, and safety in the classroom;
• Stay current with best practices in teaching and learning;
• Understand the role of assessment in achieving specifically stated learning outcomes;
• Incorporate technology to enhance student learning;
• Understand and appreciate the university's mission, purpose and goals and the role of faculty in achieving those goals;
• Attend trainings as required;
• Perform any other job related functions as assigned by the University.

Requirements:

• An earned doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D.) or equivalent in ABA or a related field;
• BCBA® required; LBA or LABA strongly preferred;
• At least 5 years of experience providing behavior analytic services in public or private settings;
• Experience teaching in higher education, and conducting workshops, trainings, or other forms of professional development;
• Excellent technology skills and experience teaching online preferred;
• Excellent writing skills;
• A record that speaks highly of teaching abilities;
• Interest, initiative, and ability to develop and evaluate programs in the department;
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures;
• Working knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA guidelines;
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPAA guidelines;
• Valid U.S. driver's license;
• Must successfully pass the online safe Driving Course (within 15 days of hire) and driving record check at time of hire and annually thereafter;
• Submit to and pass criminal offender records check (C.O.R.I.). and sexual offender records check (S.O.R.I.);
• Should be committed to a culture of diversity, equity, respect and inclusion; demonstrated ability to build working relationships with people having a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences different from ones' own;
• Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures;
• All new employees must complete the FERPA, Anti-Harassment, and any other required online trainings within 15 days of employment;
• General knowledge of the University's mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals;
• Must adhere to University COVID-19 testing, symptom tracking and all other COVID protocols established by the University.

Additional Information:

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Bay Path University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures equity, respect, inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community.

Application Instructions:

Applicants for this position should attach a cover letter, resume / curriculum vitae, the contact information for four (4) professional, work related references and any other relevant information pertaining to this position and your candidacy. Please apply online. Faxes and emails will not be accepted.

Bay Path University is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and learning in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, women and all underrepresented backgrounds. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Bay Path University is committed to fostering diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff.

Bay Path University is a smoke and tobacco-free community.

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background checking.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position please email us at HR@baypath.edu or call 413-565-1168.