Adjunct Instructor — Student Services & Career Development

University of North Texas System; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Texas System is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Student Services to teach and empower students. The role involves teaching the UCRS 4800 Internship course and requires a master's degree in Counseling or a related field, along with significant direct experience with college students and teaching. Preferred skills include communication and proficiency in using Canvas. This position accommodates flexible work schedules based on assignment, with eligibility for semesterly assignment benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of working directly with college students.
• 2 years teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach, assist, and empower students to define and achieve academic and personal goals.
• Teach interdisciplinary internship courses applicable to any degree program.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Skills in using Canvas website

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Higher Education, or a related field

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - Student Services

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci

Department: UNT-CLASS-Student Services-120200

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidates qualifications, experience, and discipline, in acordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: Varies based on assignment

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

The College of Arts and Sciences Advising Office's mission is to teach, assist, and empower students to define, clarify and achieve academic and personal goals through professional, caring service.

Position Overview

The College Liberal Arts and Social Sciences seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor pool and welcomes applicants at any time. This posting is the Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 semesters.

The anticipated need is for UCRS 4800 - CLASS Internship. UCRS 4800 Internship course is taught by the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences and is designed to be interdisciplinary and applicable to any degree program.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Counseling, Higher Education, or a related field. 5 years working directly with college students; 2 years teaching experience. related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Areas of expertise should include the marketability of a major, career development theory, and supervision. Excellent communication skills, as well as skills in using Canvas website are preferred.

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

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, 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.