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Adjunct: Intensive English Language Institute

514600

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 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

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.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

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 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027. 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.

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 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

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle

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, 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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