Adjunct Instructor - Teacher Education and Administration - Graduate Level-FALL 2026
Adjunct Instructor - Teacher Education and Administration - Graduate Level-FALL 2026
- 514642
- Dallas, Texas, United States
- Adjunct
Title: Adjunct Instructor - Teacher Education and Administration - Graduate Level-FALL 2026
Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas
Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success
SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Education
Department: DAL-Teacher Education & Admin-518200
Job Location: Dallas
Salary: $3,500.00
FTE:
Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The University of North Texas at Dallas College of Education and Human Development invites applications for the position Adjunct Instructor to teach in Teacher Education Undergraduate and/or Graduate Programs for the Fall 2026 semester. UNT Dallas – the first public institution of higher education in Dallas – offers faculty the unique opportunity to help shape the character of a 21st century, learner-focused, urban comprehensive university. Rank and salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments.
Position Overview
The Adjunct Instructor position at UNT Dallas involves teaching one or two courses per semester, depending on the institution's needs based on student enrollment. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction in undergraduate courses and or graduate courses. This role requires a commitment to fostering an engaging and learning environment that supports student success. Adjunct faculty members are expected to collaborate with colleagues to maintain academic standards and ensure the alignment of course objectives with program goals.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or Teacher Education with at least 18 credit hours at the doctoral level in bilingual education.
A minimum of three years teaching, in the public-school systems in elementary education subjects
Texas Principal Certification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge:
- Academic experience working on a campus with students, staff and faculty
- Experience in working with industry-standard tools and programming languages for analytics.
- Skills:
- 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 ability to mentor wide student populations
- Proficient use of educational technology and digital learning tools
- Abilities:
- Ability to create inclusive and 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
Availability to teach face-to-face, hybrid, or online for both day, evening, and/or weekend courses.
University adjunct teaching experience in educational leadership
Required License/Registration/Certifications
- Teacher education, state certification in subject matter
- Texas Principal Certification
- Texas Teacher Certification
Physical Requirements
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- 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. Availability to teach face-to-face, hybrid, or online for both day, evening, and/or weekend courses.
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. Submit a CV, a letter of application that outlines the applicant’s interest, qualifications and experience for the position, contact information for three professional references, and unofficial graduate transcripts
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.
