The Department of Special Education welcomes applications for an ABA Accreditation and Fieldwork Experience Coordinator.

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

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The ABA Accreditation and Field-based Experience Coordinator will support the graduate and undergraduate applied behavior analysis (Autism Programs). This position will report to the Chair of the Department of Special Education. They will provide support to the Director(s) program assessment and coordinate other program evaluation activities related to accreditation; serve as practicum coordinator to facilitate and monitor practicum placements; assist students with instructional and curriculum issues; and complete other related tasks as assigned by the Chair of the Department of Special education.

Master's degree in applied behavior analysis or a related area.

3 years post-BCBA experience.

Doctoral degree in related area.

Experience with accreditation.

Experience with program evaluation.
Experience in higher education.

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Current certification as a BCBA.

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.

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.

The candidate must comply with the ethical standards of their profession.

Support the department in pursuing accreditation by completing the following:

Review student transcripts for Pathway 2 BACB requirements with support from the student success specialists.

Support the ABA/Autism program director(s) in completing annual APBA accreditation self-study.

Maintain current knowledge of changes in accreditation standards.

Facilitate program data analysis to support accreditation requirements.

Manage student fieldwork experience which includes; approving student placements, verifying supervisor qualifications, serving as the point of contact for supervisors, auditing practicum sites, and managing student background checks and completion of EduRisk training for students enrolled in SPCE 638/SPCE 683.

Update ABA/Autism Undergraduate and Graduate Program Handbook annually.

Develop, coordinate, and market professional development activities and social events for students in accordance with accreditation.

Coordinate on-going formal student progress and outcome reviews that are subsequently used to improve student outcomes and the academic program.

Develop and maintain an advisory board and community partnerships to solicit feedback from those knowledgeable about ABA-based services and/or the populations and communities the program serves to inform the curriculum per accreditation standard.

Maintain website with information regarding time to graduate, graduation rates attrition, recruitment, BACB pass rates, and other information in accordance with accreditation standards.

Manage and maintain database for reviewing, approving, storing information related to student Capstone projects.

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

Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'