Adjunct Faculty – Child Development and Family Studies - Spring 2027

University of North Texas System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Adjunct Faculty – Child Development and Family Studies at the University of North Texas Dallas campus invites qualified individuals to join a pool of instructors for Spring 2027. Courses cover early childhood education, family studies, and related human services topics.

The position is part-time with a 0.48 FTE and a salary of $3,500 per month. Qualified candidates hold a master’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrate commitment to teaching diverse student populations, use of Canvas, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Child Development, Family Studies, or closely related field.
• 18 graduate semester hours in teaching discipline required.
• Experience or ability to teach diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Child Development and Family Studies.
• Prepare and assess coursework, manage grading and reporting deadlines.
• Engage students with active-learning and inclusive teaching practices.

Skills

Child development theory

Lifespan development

Family systems

Trauma-informed teaching

Effective communication

Active-learning strategies

Canvas

Time-management

Education

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Title: Adjunct Faculty – Child Development and Family Studies - Spring 2027

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-School of Human Services-519000

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $3,500.000

FTE: .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 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

UNT Dallas is bridging the gap between education and workforce readiness through our innovative Classroom to Career initiative. This initiative integrates experiential learning—such as internships, service learning, and project-based collaborations with industry partners—into every student’s academic journey. By emphasizing high-impact practices, we prepare students with both disciplinary expertise and the essential skills employers value most: communication, adaptability, teamwork, and leadership. Our graduates don’t just earn degrees; they launch purposeful, career-ready futures. We seek faculty across all disciplines who are eager to contribute to this transformative, campus-wide initiative actively.

Position Overview

The College seeks adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate courses in Child Development and Family Studies. Instructors prepare students to support children and families across early childhood education, human services, and community settings. Candidates with practitioner experience and a commitment to all individuals, first-generation, and working-adult students are especially welcome.

Qualified individuals are being sought to establish a pool of readily available talented people from which these vacancies are filled as they occur. The adjunct instructor is responsible for teaching undergraduate courses. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about teaching and student success.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Child Development, Family Studies, Human Development and Family Sciences, Early Childhood Education, or closely related field, with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of child development theory, family systems, and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Strong knowledge of lifespan development, child development theories, and developmental stages from infancy through adolescence.
• Understanding of parenting, family relationships, family systems, and family policy.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and trauma-informed teaching approaches.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Skill in developing and delivering engaging instruction using active-learning strategies.
• Proficiency in using instructional technology and learning management systems, including Canvas.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to meet instructional, grading, and reporting deadlines.
• Ability to teach and engage students from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to connect child development and family studies theories to practical applications.
• Ability to assess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Ability to maintain accurate course records and meet university deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with program faculty and support university policies and academic standards.
• Ability to work effectively with students from all cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a related field.
• College-level teaching experience, including online or hybrid instruction.
• At least two years of professional experience with children and families (e.g., Head Start, family services, child welfare).
• Relevant credentials (CFLE, Texas educator certification, or CDA trainer experience).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

As required to meet the academic schedule.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

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.