Adjunct Instructor - Teacher Education and Administration - Graduate Level-FALL 2026

University of North Texas at Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Texas at Dallas seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach in Teacher Education undergraduate and graduate programs for Fall 2026. The selected candidate will deliver engaging instruction, collaborate with colleagues, and support student success in a dynamic urban university setting.

Initial duties include teaching one or two courses, with flexibility for online, hybrid, or in-person formats, and alignment with program goals. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Education with at least 18 graduate credits in Education, Curriculum and Instruction.
• doctoral-level hours in bilingual education.
• Texas Principal Certification and Texas Teacher Certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or two courses per semester for undergrad and/or graduate programs.
• Deliver high-quality instruction across online, hybrid, and in-person formats.
• Collaborate with faculty to align course objectives with program goals.

Skills

Instructional design

Online/Hybrid instruction

Curriculum development

Student mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Education

18 graduate credits in Education

Texas Teacher Certification

Texas Principal Certification

Job description

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Title: Adjunct Instructor - Teacher Education and Administration - Graduate Level-FALL 2026

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Education

Department: DAL-Teacher Education & Admin-518200

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $3,500.00

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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

The University of North Texas at Dallas College of Education and Human Development invites applications for the position Adjunct Instructor to teach in Teacher Education Undergraduate and/or Graduate Programs for the Fall 2026 semester. UNT Dallas – the first public institution of higher education in Dallas – offers faculty the unique opportunity to help shape the character of a 21st century, learner-focused, urban comprehensive university. Rank and salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

Position Overview

The Adjunct Instructor position at UNT Dallas involves teaching one or two courses per semester, depending on the institution's needs based on student enrollment. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction in undergraduate courses and or graduate courses. This role requires a commitment to fostering an engaging and learning environment that supports student success. Adjunct faculty members are expected to collaborate with colleagues to maintain academic standards and ensure the alignment of course objectives with program goals.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or Teacher Education with at least 18 credit hours at the doctoral level in bilingual education. A minimum of three years teaching, in the public-school systems in elementary education subjects. Texas Principal Certification

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge:
• Academic experience working on a campus with students, staff and faculty
• Experience in working with industry-standard tools and programming languages for analytics.
• Skills:
• Strong instructional design and course development skills
• Effective use of learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.)
• Ability to facilitate engaging online, hybrid, and face-to-face instruction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to mentor wide student populations
• Proficient use of educational technology and digital learning tools
• Abilities:
• Ability to create inclusive and supportive learning environments
• Ability to assess student learning outcomes and provide constructive feedback
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff
• Ability to maintain flexible schedule to meet academic demands
• Ability to integrate real-world human services experience into classroom instruction

Preferred Qualifications

Availability to teach face-to-face, hybrid, or online for both day, evening, and/or weekend courses. University adjunct teaching experience in educational leadership

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Teacher education, state certification in subject matter
• Texas Principal Certification
• Texas Teacher Certification

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

As required to meet the academic schedule. Availability to teach face-to-face, hybrid, or online for both day, evening, and/or weekend courses.

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.