Title: Adjunct Instructor (In-Person) for English

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Lib Arts & Sciences

Department: DAL-Languages, Linguistics & Rheto-514260

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: 54000

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The University: As a young university in a growing sector of Dallas, UNTD is committed to academic excellence, community engagement, and student success. UNT Dallas is part of the University of North Texas System which also includes UNT Denton, the UNT Health Sciences Center, and the UNT Dallas College of Law. For more information about UNT Dallas, please visit our website at http://untdallas.edu.
At UNT-Dallas, we embody the values of “Courageous Integrity”, “Be Curious”, “We Care”, “Better Together”, and “Show Your Fire”. We seek a passionate educator who is committed to empowering students, transforming lives, and strengthening communities. The successful candidate will contribute to UNT Dallas’s mission to foster learning, cultivate curiosity, and create an environment of respect and belonging for all students.
The University of North Texas at Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from individuals who bring eclectic perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to the academic community. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive—better together.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor for English for the Fall 2025 and/or Spring 2026 semesters.

UNT Dallas is a dynamically growing institution, and the number of available adjunct positions is dependent on student enrollment, division needs, and approval of the dean. Adjunct faculty plan classes and implement and evaluate teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes. Adjunct faculty undertake the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member, including office hours. The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in entry-level English courses, including Developmental Writing, College Writing I and II, Technical Writing, and World Literature.

Adjunct faculty members may be required to use certain texts and meet certain parameters set by the Department of Languages, Linguistics, and Rhetoric (LLR). Adjunct instructors will also be required to include, in their courses, certain student assessment measures determined by the department.

Your application cannot be considered until all required documents have been received. 

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's degree in English, Rhetoric, or Composition with outstanding teaching experience in lower-level English courses.

• Ph.D. in English or Rhetoric, including 18 graduate hours in Rhetoric or Composition.
• Excellent communication skills in various settings.
• Experience developing and teaching in-person, hybrid, and online courses, preferably on Canvas.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Adjunct faculty members may be required to use certain texts and meet certain parameters set by the Department of Languages, Linguistics, and Rhetoric (LLR). Adjunct instructors will also be required to include, in their courses, certain student assessment measures determined by the department.

Preferred Qualifications

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

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. Adjunct instructors will also be required to include, in their courses, certain student assessment measures determined by the department.

Submit a professional CV; letter of application outlining the applicant’s interest, qualifications, and experience for the position; contact information of three professional references and unofficial graduate transcripts to http://unt-dallas.peopleadmin.com/. For additional information visit http://unt-dallas.peopleadmin.com or contact Robert Tinajero at Robert.Tinajero@untdallas.edu. A statement of teaching philosophy and dossier may also be requested. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the search is closed.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation 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.