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Adjunct Instructor: Counseling and Human Services Spring 2025

  • 510276
  • Dallas, Texas, United States
  • Adjunct

Title: Adjunct Instructor: Counseling and Human Services Spring 2025

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 & Human Services-518100

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $3,500

FTE: 0.48

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 the University of North Texas Health Science Center at 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 inclusive 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 develops skilled, culturally-competent counselors who serve as catalysts for positive change, promoting wellness across diverse populations - from children to adults, and families to communities - both locally and globally. Our institution offers two distinguished CACREP-accredited master's degrees in school counseling and mental health counseling. Students benefit from close mentorship by our accomplished faculty, who bring extensive clinical experience and research expertise to the classroom. Through a combination of authentic experiential learning and evidence-based training, our program prepares graduates to become effective leaders and passionate advocates for diversity, making meaningful impacts in the communities where 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 Fall 2025 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.

Candidates should demonstrate excellence in graduate-level instruction or professional development training, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, and have experience with online and hybrid teaching modalities. The ability to effectively engage students across multiple instructional formats is essential for success in this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

N/A

Preferred Qualifications

For School Counseling positions, candidates must hold Texas School Counselor Certification and demonstrate a minimum of three years of school counseling experience, including supervision responsibilities. Additionally, candidates should possess 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 diverse populations. The ideal candidate will bring experience working in culturally diverse 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.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Job Duties:

N/A

Work Schedule:

As required to meet the academic schedule.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

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) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System 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 an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

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