Instructor-in-Training

Title: Instructor-in-Training (ABA)-1

Location: usa

Job type: Remote
Time Type: Part Time
Job id: R7981
 

Job Description:

The instructor-in-training position is focused on preparing for instruction and supporting students' success in ABA Online courses, including the certificate and master's programs as a new instructor or an existing instructor cross-training in another ABA Online course. The instructor-in-training will complete a training that involves participation as a student in our online courses (see course syllabus for student-related responsibilities). During the orientation and training period, new instructors-in-training must attend at least one online meeting for each course unit across at least five different instructors. Creating course materials (e.g., PowerPoint slides) and presentations must be prepared for a mock meeting/lecture before receiving an assigned course to teach. The Lead Instructional Manager of the assigned course will review presentations. The orientation/training period is a prerequisite for teaching any new course. Instructors-in-training may not work more than 10 hours per week unless approved by the Program Chair.

Responsibilities Include:

• Watch weekly lecture videos and complete interspersed activities and active student responding exercises.

• Complete at least one form of each unit's weekly tests.

• Attended at least one 1-hour online meeting of your choosing per week (new instructors-in-training only)

• Create teaching materials for each unit using resources provided by the Curriculum and Instruction Team. (Note: these materials do not have to be the final version you will use during instruction.)

• Complete weekly instructor training assignments (new instructors-in-training only)

• Attend a pre-semester instructor meeting one week before each semester or review recording.

• Provide accurate availability for scheduling purposes up to one semester ahead of the scheduled term.

• Host a mock meeting prior to the first scheduled term (new instructors-in-training only)

Requirements Include:

• M.S. in behavior analysis or related field with experience in behavior analysis teaching or training.

• Maintain certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing.

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience required in area of expertise

• Demonstrate mastery in the concepts and principles of behavior analysis.

• Communicate information effectively in a clear, courteous and timely manner to students and team members.

• Teach effectively.

• Facilitate student achievement of educational outcomes and maintain high student satisfaction scores.

• Ability to take initiative and self-manage.

• Proficiency with Word and PowerPoint.

• Learn new technologies/programs quickly (e.g., LMS/Canvas)

• A wired, high-speed internet connection sufficient to effectively conduct online activities.

• Flexibility of work hours (evenings and weekend day/evenings are required).

• FL Tech employees must hold a set of core values as demonstrated through their public behavior and social media presence that support and enhance the mission and goal of the ABA online programs.

• Care about the success of the field and demonstrate this care by prioritizing our students to the degree that it is reasonable (e.g., sub at the last minute to avoid a class cancellation if it does not harm you to do so).

• Leadership – lead first by example and then help those around you.

• Initiative – Determine what needs to be done, find viable solutions and communicate concerns to team members.

• Work independently with integrity – The ABA online programs work in a flexible work environment. Employees will work from home and will have a variable work schedule, including nights and weekends.

 

Equal Opportunity

Florida Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex.  

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires colleges and universities, both public and private, participating in federal student aid programs to disclose campus safety information, and imposes certain basic requirements for handling incidents of sexual violence and emergency situations.

Florida Tech’s 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Florida Tech; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.

The numbers provided include crime statistics that were reported to local law enforcement agencies, campus security and other Campus Security Authorities.

The report also includes institutional policy statements regarding campus safety and security measures; descriptions of prevention and awareness programs; related university procedures and important guidance; and other essential safety information.

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts of all collegiate work must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Office of Human Resources prior to the first day of employment. All international degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES).
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