CPE Lecturer, ABA Program

Position Details

University of Colorado Denver

Faculty Level/Title: Lecturer

Working Title: CPE Lecturer, ABA Program

FTE: Part-Time, temporary | Remote

Salary Range: $5000 for a fully enrolled 3-credit course

Position #00601637 – Requisition #37755

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About the School of Education & Human Development

The School of Education & Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and national leader for educational quality, access and equity across the education lifespan, from birth through higher education.

Job Description

Our ABA program is designed for students seeking their BCBA credential. To be eligible for the BCBA credential, candidates must hold a graduate (Masters) degree, complete the requisite ABA coursework, and accrue supervised fieldwork hours.

The School of Education & Human Development will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers for future appointments to temporary, part time, non-tenure-track positions in the Applied Behavior Analysis Program.

We are currently recruiting for the following courses: SPED 5450, 5470, 5471, 5480, 5481, 5490, 5491. For a description of the courses please visit: https://catalog.ucdenver.edu/cu-denver/graduate/schools-colleges-departments/school-education-human-development/special-education/applied-behavior-analysis-certificate/#degreerequirementstext

What you will do:

• The ABA program instructor is a leader in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis, and has a history of behavior-analytic teaching, clinical work, and/or research.
• This role requires experience designing and implementing instruction for graduate students with diverse experiences related to the practice of behavior analysis.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

• Earned master's degree or higher in Special Education, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field
• Certified BCBA (via the Behavior Analyst Certification Board) - current
• Teaching experience (at the undergraduate or graduate level)

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Special Education, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis or related field
• Experience working with culturally minoritized children's families in schools or clinical settings

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ethical and professional conduct considerations required for practicing ABA.
• Commitment to social justice and conceptualizing the ABA practitioner as an advocate
• Evidence of understanding of mental health professions that serve clients with special needs.
• Evidence of knowledge of collecting and interpreting data as well as the importance of making data-driven decisions specifically for ABA.

Conditions of Employment

This position will teach online courses, each course will have a 1x/week required zoom class meeting. Class times are generally between 6-8pm (MT) but may vary slightly based on instructor availability. This position is fully remote, and the candidate can work anywhere in the United States.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements

The ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work; often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position has been established at $5,000 for a fully enrolled course.

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately. This temporary Lecturer pool is anticipated to remain continuously active through July 27, 2026.

Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach: A letter of interest, Curriculum vitae / Resume, Three professional references, BCBA credential number.

Questions should be directed to SEHD HR: SEHDHR@ucdenver.edu.