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Adjunct Instructor: Counseling and Human Services Fall 2026

 

 

Adjunct Instructor: Counseling and Human Services Fall 2026

  • 514676
  • Dallas, Texas, United States
  • Adjunct
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Title: Adjunct Instructor: Counseling and Human Services Fall 2026

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Human Services

Department: DAL-Counseling-519200

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $3,500.00 per course

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
 

Department Summary

The Counseling Program at UNT Dallas prepares a multi-culturally competent counselor and a change agent who promotes wellness in children, adults, families, schools, and communities locally and worldwide. The Program offers two CACREP-accredited master’s programs: school counseling and mental health counseling. Mentored by dedicated faculty with extensive experience as licensed practitioners and in research, our students undergo authentic experiential and evidence-based training. Graduates of the UNTD Counseling program are dedicated leaders and advocates for diversity in the communities they serve.

Position Overview

UNT Dallas is seeking qualified individuals to establish a robust pool of talented adjunct instructors for our growing counseling programs. Selected candidates will be responsible for teaching master's-level counseling courses across multiple formats including face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction using Canvas learning management system. The ideal candidates will demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching excellence and dedication to student success.

Beginning Spring 2026 semester, teaching opportunities will be available in Group Counseling, Family Counseling, Substance Abuse Treatment, Professional School Counseling, Practicum in School Counseling, and Career Counseling. Candidates will be drawn from this talent pool as positions become available. As our programs continue to expand, additional teaching opportunities may arise across our counseling curriculum.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Counselor Education or a closely related field from a CACREP-accredited university and maintain active status as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a minimum of two years of experience or hold equivalent licensure in a counseling field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Academic experience working with all students, staff and faculty.
  • Experience in working with industry-standard tools and programming languages for analytics.
  • Strong instructional design and course development skills.
  • Effective use of learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.)
  • Ability to facilitate engaging online, hybrid, and face-to-face instruction.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to mentor all students.
  • Proficient use of educational technology and digital learning tools.
  • Ability to create supportive learning environments.
  • Ability to assess student learning outcomes and provide constructive feedback.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff.
  • Ability to maintain flexible schedule to meet academic demands.
  • Ability to integrate real-world human services experience into classroom instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

  • For School Counseling positions, candidates must hold Texas School Counselor Certification.
  • Minimum of three years of school counseling experience, including supervision responsibilities.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of TEA requirements and maintain active memberships in state and national school counseling organizations.
  • For Clinical Mental Health positions, candidates should have substantial experience in group counseling and family systems approaches, along with a proven record of teaching all individuals.
  • The ideal candidate will bring experience working in all academic settings, demonstrate thorough knowledge of CACREP standards, and maintain active memberships in state and national professional organizations.
  • Bilingual skills are highly valued for both positions.

Physical Requirements

  • Communicating with others to exchange information.
  • Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.
  • Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

  • No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

As required to meet the academic schedule

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.

 

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