Program Director

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career. 

What We are Looking For

This position serves dual roles within the Center on Disability and Flourishing and the PEAKS+ project funded by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Within the Center on Disability and Flourishing, the position supports the preparation of graduates and the development of professional competencies focused on disability, learning and behavior disorders, and inclusion. Responsibilities include contributing to the design, coordination, and implementation of competency-based learning experiences that prepare students to understand disability through evidence-based, interdisciplinary, and tiered frameworks. This work may involve providing professional development activities, designing applied learning opportunities, and building collaborative initiatives that advance student competencies in disability-related research, practice, leadership, and service. The position strengthens the Center's capacity to prepare graduate students who can promote inclusion, accessibility, belonging, and flourishing for individuals with disabilities across educational, community, and professional settings.

Through the PEAKS+ project, the position supports the training of Texas educators and paraprofessionals in evidence-based practices for students with disabilities. Responsibilities include coordinating professional development and coaching activities, collaborating with Education Service Centers and school partners, and supporting project implementation and evaluation efforts.  

A master's degree and less than one year of relevant experience are required. Five years of relevant experience and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification is preferred.

Additional education or experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

This role is temporary in nature.

Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.

What You Will Do

• Assist with the development, coordination, and implementation of graduate learning experiences, professional development activities, and applied training opportunities focused on disability, inclusion, accessibility, and flourishing
• Support graduate students in building professional competencies related to disability research, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, inclusive systems, and strengths-oriented approaches to supporting individuals with disabilities
• Contribute to Center on Disability and Flourishing projects, events, mentoring structures, and collaborative activities that promote inclusion, belonging, leadership development, and improved outcomes for individuals with disabilities across educational, community, and professional settings
• Assist in developing and maintaining partnerships with faculty, schools, community organizations, and service providers to create applied learning, practicum, research, and service opportunities that strengthen graduate student preparation in disability and inclusion
• Coordinate and support professional development, consultation, and coaching to educators and paraprofessionals; collaborating with Education Service Centers and school partners; and assisting with project data collection, fidelity monitoring, and evaluation activities
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

 

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.