What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct: Intensive English Language Institute position at University of North Texas?
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:
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.
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 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026. 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.
Develop syllabi in collaboration with and approved by the Associate Director for one (half-time) or two (full-time) classes as assigned by IELI. 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 diverse 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
Job Duties:
Physical Requirements:
Environmental Hazards:
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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System 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 an investigative proceeding or hearing.