Assistant Program Director - ABA/Autism and Accreditation

Ball State University

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United States, Indiana, Muncie

2000 West University Avenue (Show on map)

Dec 05, 2024

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Position Title	Assistant Program Director - ABA/Autism and Accreditation
About this Opportunity	The Department of Special Education welcomes applications for an Assistant Program Director for ABA/Autism and Accreditation. The salary range for this position is: $72,000 - $75,000. This position requires an on-campus presence (and is not a remote/off-campus position).
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FLSA	Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week	40
Length of Assignment	Full-Time At-Will
Position Function	The ABA and Autism Assistant Program Director will support the graduate and undergraduate applied behavior analysis (Autism Programs), and co-manage accreditation compliance in collaboration with the ABA/Autism program Director. The position reports to the Chair of the Department of Special Education.
Minimum Education	M. A. degree from an accredited institution with BCBA credential
Minimum Experience	Candidates with a M. A. degree must have at least 5 years post-BCBA administrative/leadership experience. Candidates with a Ph.D. degree must have at least 3 years administrative/leadership experience.
Minimum Other
Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education	Ph.D. in applied behavior analysis or a related field
Preferred Experience	Leadership experience Experience with accreditation
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised	ABA Accreditation and Fieldwork Experience Coordinator
Required Certifications	BCBA/ BCBA-D credential
EEO Statement	Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University	Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
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Department	Special Education:800090
Department Information	The salary range for this position is: $72,000 - $75,000. This position requires an on-campus presence (and is not a remote/off-campus position).
Department Email or Phone Number	7652855700

Duties & Responsibilities

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Collaborate, organize and Co-Chair the ABA/Autism Core Host meeting. Attend the Director's meetings.

Co-Chair the ABA/Autism Core and host biweekly core meetings, lead discussions on recruitment, retention efforts, advising, student engagement, curriculum changes, and program-related issues.

Attend program director meetings to strategize on departmental initiatives and policies, working closely with the Director to ensure alignment with program goals.

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Facilitate program data analysis. Analyze program data to evaluate student enrollment trends.

Analyze program data and conduct thorough evaluations of student enrollment trends to inform decision-making.

Identify key performance indicators to develop strategies for improving enrollment and retention.

Track enrollment demographics, graduation rates, and student performance to identify areas for program enhancement.

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Complete textbook audits.

Collaborate with the departmental curriculum committee regarding curriculum changes.

Complete textbook audits to assess the relevance and effectiveness of current materials.

Submit recommendations for curriculum changes to the departmental curriculum committee, ensuring alignment with academic and industry standards.

Analyze data findings to design curriculum enhancements that align with industry standards and best practices.

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Assist Department of Special Education ABA leadership in evaluating and ensuring quality control for instructional content and the learner experience.

Support the Department of Special Education ABA leadership in evaluating and ensuring quality control for instructional content and overall learner experience

Collaborate with the ABA Accreditation and Fieldwork Experience Coordinator to implement feedback mechanisms and ensure alignment with accreditation standards.

Implement feedback mechanisms, assess course materials, and ensure alignment with accreditation standards.

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Serve as primary contact for students and faculty to help address issues.

Support 3,000+ students and faculty, directly addressing issues related to curriculum and academic performance.

Facilitate communication to help resolve academic challenges and support student success.

Oversee the "Modules for Success" community for at-risk students.

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Supervise proposed Capstone community.

Supervise the implementation of program-wide Capstone project.

Develop assessment criteria and provide guidance on project expectations.

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Review preliminary course loading for faculty. Monitor and support adjunct faculty. Monitor curriculum and align with current standards. Communicate policy changes to faculty.

Review preliminary course loading for faculty, ensuring appropriate alignment with current standards.

Monitor and support adjunct faculty, providing resources and professional development opportunities.

Communicate policy changes regarding curriculum and teaching expectations to faculty.

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Oversee and maintain VCS/Accreditation; possess current knowledge of accreditation standards.

Serve as BACB VCS Coordinator, in collaboration with the Department Chair.

Maintain knowledge of VCS/Accreditation standards.

Co-manage accreditation compliance in collaboration with the ABA/Autism program Director and facilitate successful accreditation processes.

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Oversee the process of reviewing student transcripts for Pathway 2 BACB requirements until program accreditation.

Develop process for reviewing student transcripts for Pathway 2 BACB requirements.

Support the ABA Accreditation and Fieldwork Experience Coordinator with review of student transcripts for Pathway 2 BACB requirements until program accreditation is achieved, ensuring all students meet necessary criteria.

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Serve as a liaison with the BACB/Behavior Analyst Certified Board.

Serve as a liaison with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), maintaining communication regarding program compliance and certification requirements.

Conduct meetings with faculty to relay important BACB updates and facilitate collaborative efforts for compliance.

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Support the ABA/Autism Master's program Director.

Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the Department Chair or Program Director, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to the department's success.

Collaborate with the Department Chair or Program Director regarding developing program goals, managing budgets, and enhancing student recruitment efforts.

Oversee and perform tasks in support of the ABA Accreditation Coordinator and Field-based Experience Coordinator.

Complete tasks for the annual accreditation self-study for the Association of Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA).

Collect and analyze data measuring program outcomes; evaluate effectiveness, and report findings to stakeholders.

Support the ABA Accreditation and Fieldwork Experience Coordinator with database management for storing information related to student Capstone projects.

Maintain current knowledge of changes in accreditation standards and implement necessary adjustments to meet compliance.

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Supervise the ABA Accreditation and Field-based Experience Coordinator.

Oversee and supervise the full-time ABA Accreditation and Field-based Experience Coordinator.

Support the APBA accreditation self-study.

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Job Duty	Other Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Department Chair/Program Director, contributing to the overall success of the department and its programs.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	202401665P
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	01/15/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	12/05/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date	01/05/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter	In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.