Adjunct: Intensive English Language Institute

  • 511987
  • Denton, Texas, United States
  • Adjunct

Title: Adjunct: Intensive English Language Institute

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-International Affairs

Department: UNT-International Affairs-Gen-110300

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE:

Retirement Eligibility: Eligibility based on semesterly assignment, for more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/

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 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

Founded in 1977, the mission of the Intensive English Language Institute at the University of North Texas is to provide the highest quality academic English instruction, student services, and professional development programs for its students. The IELI provides twenty weekly contact hours of instruction for students in up to six different levels of English proficiency in five half-semester-long sessions per year. Students who successfully complete IELI meet the English language requirement to matriculate into UNT degree programs. The IELI is housed within UNT’s International Affairs and works in close cooperation with numerous administrative and academic units throughout campus.

Position Overview

The Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) at the University of North Texas seeks qualified individuals for Adjunct Instructor and welcomes applicants at any time. This posting is for IELI sessions in Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026. The specific courses involved may vary from session to session and openings to teach these courses to develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.

Teach one or two IELI courses selected from Communication (Levels 1-6) and Writing/Grammar (Levels 1-6) 10 (half-time) to 20 (full-time) contact hours per week.

Develop syllabi in collaboration with and approved by the Associate Director for one (half-time) or two (full-time) classes as assigned by IELI. Conduct diagnostic testing of students during Week One during class to verify student placement in your class(es). Prepare and update as necessary curriculum materials for assigned courses. Provide instruction using the approved texts, curriculum plans, and other teaching materials designated for the class and level. Administer the required testing, grading, entering attendance, and other classroom-related services for each course you teach. Report to IELI Administration issues with student absences, unusual or unruly behavior, and performance. Provides weekly office hours which are publicized on the syllabus. Perform other teaching duties as required.

Starting Dates
“Class Duties will commence on August 18, 2025, for Fall Semester, January 12, 2026 for Spring Semester, and June 1, 2026, for Summer Session. All classes are taught onsite M-F at the Denton, Texas campus.

Teachers are invited to attend and participate in a pre-term meeting the Friday morning prior to classes beginning when they come in to pick up their materials for classes.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in TESOL or closely related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching ESL at a university-based IEP focused on English for Academic Purposes.
Experience teaching all language skills.
Successful experience adapting classroom content to better serve diverse students’ needs.
Successful experience in teaching remote classes using video conferencing and a learning management system (e.g., Canvas).

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of a second language.
Experience of living and/or working overseas.
Experience teaching at the IELI in Denton or Hirakata

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties:

 

Physical Requirements:

 

Environmental Hazards:

 

Work Schedule:

varies based on assignment

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:

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, 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.

 

Apply for This Job

Not You?

Thank you

Sign Up for Job Alerts

Finalize your job alert by selecting criteria from the dropdowns below. You can select multiple options from each dropdown by returning to the combobox and re-entering the list of options. Submit at the end to create your job alert.

Not You?

Thank you

Want to Share This Job?

Not You?

Thank you

Recommended Jobs

Talent Search Advisor Assistant

UNT-Student Affairs University of North Texas 512111 Denton Texas United States Denton, Texas UNT-Student Affairs Administrative/Office Support, Student Services/Student Affairs Hourly
This position is for a college prep advisor assistant. The position will require travel to various schools within the Gainesville and Denton school districts, serving as an assistant to each of the TRIO Advisors within those schools with the purpo...

Senior Food Service Manager- Avesta/Catering

UNT-Student Affairs University of North Texas 512110 Denton Texas United States Denton, Texas UNT-Student Affairs Food Services/Hospitality Staff
The Senior Food Service Manager for the UNT Dining Catering Department is responsible for ensuring the quality of food, excellence in customer service, and effective management of assigned operations within Avesta/Catering. This role oversees dive...

Part-Time Custodian

HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt University of North Texas - Health Science Center 512109 Fort Worth Texas United States Fort Worth, Texas HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt Facilities/Maintenance/Custodial Hourly
Performs routine, general, custodial and maintenance tasks in the care and cleaning of assigned classrooms, offices and facilities and keeping them in a clean, sanitary and safe condition. Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition. Perform hea...

Senior Administrative Coordinator

HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation University of North Texas - Health Science Center 512107 Fort Worth Texas United States Fort Worth, Texas HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation Research Support - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory Staff
Provide high-level administrative support by conducting research, performing clerical functions, and handling information requests, especially as they relate to facilitating communication with CHI's criminal justice agency partners.

Assistant Professor

HSC-Provost & Exec VP University of North Texas - Health Science Center 512088 Fort Worth Texas United States Fort Worth, Texas HSC-Provost & Exec VP Faculty - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine Faculty
This position is for primary care pediatric practice, birth to age 18 to keep pace with renewed growth of clinical practice. Work full time in Health Pavilion with clinical and academic responsibilities working with patients and medical students.

Senior Executive Assistant

HSC-Provost & Exec VP University of North Texas - Health Science Center 512103 Fort Worth Texas United States Fort Worth, Texas HSC-Provost & Exec VP Administrative/Office Support Staff
The selected candidate will provide high-level administrative support to executives by conducting research, handling information requests, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, managing websites, arranging travel, and...