Adjunct Faculty

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world.

Purpose of Role

Pre-Teaching Assistant Instructor in Behavioral Science Department, Daemen University

Daemen University is seeking applications for a Pre-Teaching Assistant Instructor position in the Behavioral Science Department.

The purpose of this position is to provide a volunteer in the role of a Teaching Assistant with

Education

and training in teaching and instructional skills in the field of behavior analysis. This will also allow the individual an opportunity to gain valuable experience in teaching at the graduate level in order to obtain future teaching opportunities. This individual will serve in a Pre-Teaching Assistant role to a faculty member in the Department of Behavioral Science.

Pre-TA Activities

Under the mentorship of the course instructor, the Pre-TA will learn skills that bridge theory and online instructional delivery in a practice-based manner, including observing course structure and instructor-student interactions. Instructor-student interactions can be synchronous, through student support groups, and asynchronous, such as emails that are specific to course learning.

Responsibility of the Pre-TA

The Pre-TA may facilitate asynchronous discussion boards, provide targeted feedback on low-stakes assignments, and support small-group or individual student engagement through messaging or virtual office hours under the supervision of the primary instructor. Additional responsibilities may include monitoring student participation, assisting with course organization and content accessibility, and engaging in structured reflection (e.g., weekly journals) to analyze effective online teaching practices.

Supervision of the Pre-TA The Pre-TA operates under full-time faculty supervision with clearly defined responsibilities aligned to course objectives and student needs, with the goal of developing competencies in online pedagogy, instructional communication, and learner support while exploring teaching as a professional pathway.

Operational considerations Participation requires access to key institutional systems (e.g., the learning management system, communication platforms, and grading tools) and adherence to Daemen University's employee engagement and compliance requirements.

Qualifications required: The Pre-TA will have a Masters Degree in Behavior Analysis or related field and/or the equivalent coursework (e.g., BCBA qualifying program completion). Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Analyst in NY or the state in which they practice in good standing is preferred. PhD in

Training requirements for the Pre-TA FERPA Cultural Sensitivity Training- to be completed by the department Sexual Harassment Training

LMS Training- to be completed by the department

Other Background Check (to be completed by Employee Engagement)

Reference Checks (to be completed by the academic department)

This position is not compensated, strictly voluntary

Faculty mentorship is not compensated, strictly voluntary

Application Process and timeline (TBD) by the academic department)

The mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly complex world. Daemen University is an independent, nonsectarian, comprehensive university located in Amherst, a first ring suburb of Buffalo, New York.

For consideration, apply directly at https://daemen.applicantpro.com/jobs/ and upload your CV, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references.

Daemen University is an AA/EOE and strongly encourages applications from women, veterans, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and candidates who will contribute to and support the cultural fluency and diversity of our campus.

Review of applicants begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.