Adjunct Instructor: Teacher Education & Administration

University of North Texas - Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Texas - Denton is searching for an Adjunct Instructor in Teacher Education & Administration. This role focuses on teaching multiple courses to undergraduate and graduate students, depending on departmental needs. Applicants should have at least a master’s degree in the relevant field and teaching experience is preferred.

This position aims to prepare competent educators and educational researchers while providing service to educational institutions. A diverse linguistic background is welcomed, reflecting the university's commitment to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with at least 18 semester hours in the appropriate field required.
• Doctoral degree needed for teaching 5000 and 6000 level courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses based on department needs.
• Develop course materials periodically.

Skills

Higher education teaching experience

Online/hybrid instruction experience

Education

Master's degree in appropriate field

Doctoral degree in appropriate field

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor: Teacher Education & Administration

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Education

Department: UNT-Teacher Education & Admin-132330

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.

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

Department Summary

The Department of Teacher Education and Administration seeks to improve educational practice through the generation of knowledge and to prepare professionals who serve students. Our focus is on the preparation of highly competent educators, educational researchers, and administrators who employ current theory and research as they fill these important roles. The department also provides service to educational institutions, governmental agencies, and practitioners at all levels.

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 Department of Teacher Education & Administration seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor Pool and welcomes applicants at this time. This posting is for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and opening to teach these courses to develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned a master's degree in the appropriate field and at least 18 semester hours in the appropriate field for undergraduate courses.
• Assignments associated with teaching graduate courses whose duties may include 5000 and 6000 level courses. A doctoral degree in the appropriate field and at least 18 semester hours in the appropriate field are required to be considered for teaching graduate level courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher education teaching experience.
• Experience with online/hybrid instruction.
• Earned doctoral degree.

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.

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.