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Adjunct Instructor of Counseling & Higher Education

University of North Texas System·Denton, Texas

Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The Adjunct Instructor will teach courses within the Department of Counseling and Higher Education. Responsibilities include delivering instruction for CACREP core classes or electives at the undergraduate or master's level.

Title: Adjunct Instructor of Counseling & Higher Education

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Education

Department: UNT-Counseling & Higher Education-132300

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: Varies based on assignment

Retirement Eligibility

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

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 the University of North Texas Health Science Center at 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 [http://www.UNTSystem.edu].

Department Summary

The Department of Counseling and Higher Education promotes human development through education, research, and service that advance the professions of, and scholarship in, counseling and higher education.

Position Overview

The Department of Counseling & Higher Education seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor pool and welcomes applicants at any time. The specific courses involved may vary from semester.

Minimum Qualifications

Degree in counseling or related field. Teaching experience in counseling or counselor education program. Teaching experience in counseling.

MASTER level CACREP core classes or electives - must hold a PhD

UNDERGRADUATE level - must hold a Master's degree. Counseling Program MASTER level CACREP core classes or electives and/or undergrad counseling associate studies minor program classes.

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in counseling from a CACREP accredited program; TX Licensed Professional Counselor and/or certified School counselor, TX LPT-Supervisor.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

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 [https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/index.php].

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.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree for undergraduate teaching or a PhD for Master's level courses in counseling or a related field. Previous teaching experience in a counseling or counselor education program is required.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Counseling
  • Teaching
  • Curriculum Delivery
  • Counselor Education
  • Student Mentorship
  • Higher Education

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Denton, Texas
Posted
Jun 1, 2026
Application
Employer website
UO

Hiring organization

University of North Texas System

The University of North Texas System includes the University of North Texas in Denton, the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth and the University of North Texas at Dallas. The UNT System Administration is based in Downtown Dallas. UNTS is governed by a...

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