Adjunct: Intensive English Language Institute

University of North Texas System•Denton, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

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 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027. 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. 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.

Requirements

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 students’ needs.
Successful experience in teaching remote classes using video conferencing and a learning management system (e.g., Canvas).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of a second language.
Experience of living and/or working overseas.
Experience teaching at the IELI in Denton or Hirakata

Responsibilities

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.
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.