Job Description

Title: Spanish Adjunct Pool 2026-2027

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Lib Arts & Sciences

Department: DAL-Languages, Linguistics & Rheto-514260

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $3,500.00 per course

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for Spanish Adjunct Instructor Positions for Academic Year 2026-2027. The successful candidate will be expected to achieve excellence in teaching, research, and to assist in further development of the Spanish program. At UNT Dallas, we embody the values of "Courageous Integrity", "Be Curious", "We Care", "Better Together", and "Show Your Fire". We seek a passionate educator who is committed to empowering students, transforming lives, and strengthening communities. The successful candidate will contribute to UNT Dallas's mission to foster learning,

The number of vacancies is dependent on student enrollment, division needs, and dean approval. Your application cannot be considered until all required documents have been received.

Adjunct faculty develops courses, plans classes, implements and evaluates teaching/learning objective and student learning outcomes. Adjunct faculty undertakes the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member, including office hours. The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction for online, hybrid and face-to-face classes in Spanish at all levels of proficiency; comply with departmental curriculum, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, semester teaching evaluations, and other established procedures; return college reports, credentials, and other requested documentation in a timely manner; as well as effectively communicate with appropriate staff and the Spanish program coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Spanish, Spanish Linguistics or Literature, Spanish Education, or related field.
• EC-12 LOTE – Spanish Teaching Certification.
• Experience in developing and teaching Spanish courses.
• Availability to teach day and evening face-to-face courses.
• Experience teaching online and hybrid courses.
• Experience teaching dual-credit, Early College High School or high school courses.
• Willingness to teach Early College High School courses, Beginning and Intermediate Spanish.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
• Knowledge of heritage speaker's pedagogy.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Spanish, Spanish Linguistics or Literature, Spanish Education, or related field.
• Experience working with all individuals.
• Experience with recruitment and retention of students from many different backgrounds.
• Experience in developing and implementing service learning and experiential learning in curricular and co-curricular settings.
• Experience in service activities for university and community.
  
  

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• EC-12 LOTE-Spanish

Job Duties

• Adjunct faculty plans classes and implements and evaluates teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes.
• Adjunct faculty undertakes the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member, including office hours.
• The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction for online, hybrid and face-to-face classes in Spanish at all levels of proficiency.
• Comply with departmental curriculum, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, semester teaching evaluations, and other established procedures; return college reports, credentials, and other requested documentation in a timely manner.
• Effectively communicate with appropriate staff and the Spanish program coordinator.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Varies according to academic schedule.

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. Submit a professional CV; letter of application outlining applicant's interest, qualifications and experience for the position; contact information of three professional references, unofficial graduate transcripts and statement of teaching interests and teaching philosophy.

Benefits

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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.