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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Adjunct Instructor: Technical Communication
Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci
Department: UNT-Technical Communication-121900
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.
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 University of North Texas Health 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.
Department Summary
The Department of Technical Communication emphasizes evidence-based approaches to preparing students with the technical communication skills required in modern workplaces: writing, designing, and coding.
We offer graduate and undergraduate degrees and certificates. Courses are taught by an internationally recognized faculty whose research and experience are at the forefront of the field. We also facilitate connections among faculty, students, and practitioners through client-sponsored course projects, internships, regular networking events, and our industry-led Advisory Board.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
Adjuncts teach a range of undergraduate TECM courses face-to-face and online. TECM 1500, 1700, 2700, 3010, 4180, 4190. Please see the UNT catalog for details.
This posting is for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Adjunct candidates must have earned an M.A. or Ph.D. from an accredited university.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with graduate-level coursework in professional and technical communication, prior experience teaching technical communication, and industry experience.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
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.
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.
Title: Adjunct Instructor: Technical Communication
Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci
Department: UNT-Technical Communication-121900
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.
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 University of North Texas Health 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.
Department Summary
The Department of Technical Communication emphasizes evidence-based approaches to preparing students with the technical communication skills required in modern workplaces: writing, designing, and coding.
We offer graduate and undergraduate degrees and certificates. Courses are taught by an internationally recognized faculty whose research and experience are at the forefront of the field. We also facilitate connections among faculty, students, and practitioners through client-sponsored course projects, internships, regular networking events, and our industry-led Advisory Board.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
Adjuncts teach a range of undergraduate TECM courses face-to-face and online. TECM 1500, 1700, 2700, 3010, 4180, 4190. Please see the UNT catalog for details.
This posting is for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Adjunct candidates must have earned an M.A. or Ph.D. from an accredited university.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with graduate-level coursework in professional and technical communication, prior experience teaching technical communication, and industry experience.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
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.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Technical Instructor
Align your credentials to TN categories
Technical Instructor doesn't appear verbatim on the TN visa occupation list. Your offer letter and credentials must map to Engineer, Scientific Technician, or Computer Systems Analyst. A mismatch in job title versus duties is a common denial trigger at the border.
Request a duty-specific offer letter
Ask your prospective employer to describe your instructional duties in terms of the underlying technical discipline, not just teaching. CBP officers assess the offer letter on the spot, and vague language like 'trains employees' won't satisfy the specialty occupation standard.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Prioritize engineering firms, defense contractors, and technical training companies with recent visa filings. These employers have experience navigating work visa sponsorship and are more likely to understand the straightforward TN process during your offer negotiations.
Use Migrate Mate to filter TN-ready employers
Search for Technical Instructor roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with recent visa filings who are experienced with work visa sponsorship. This cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the visa process.
Prepare your credentials package before any interview
Compile your degree transcripts, any engineering licensure or technical certifications, and a clear credential-to-role summary before your first employer conversation. Canadian applicants can be admitted at a land port the same day once documents are in order.
Understand the Mexican consular appointment timeline
Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate, which adds weeks to the process. Factor this into your start date negotiation so your employer isn't caught off guard by the additional lead time.
Technical Instructor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Technical Instructor qualify as a TN visa occupation?
Technical Instructor isn't a standalone TN occupation, but the role can qualify under categories like Engineer, Scientific Technician/Technologist, or Computer Systems Analyst depending on what you're teaching and your underlying credentials. The key is that your job duties and degree must align with an approved TN category. A job title alone doesn't determine eligibility, the substance of the work does.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Technical Instructor roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, meaning you can start as soon as your employer issues the offer letter and CBP approves you at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires winning a random lottery, costs significantly more to file, and takes months longer. For a Technical Instructor role that maps to an approved TN occupation, TN is almost always the faster and more predictable path.
What documents does my employer need to sponsor me for TN status?
Your employer needs to provide a signed offer letter that specifies your job title, duties, the qualifying TN occupation category, your anticipated length of employment, and your educational credentials. CBP does not require I-129 filing for Canadian citizens at the border, but the offer letter must be detailed enough for the officer to approve TN status on the spot.
Where can I find Technical Instructor jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It lets you filter Technical Instructor openings by TN visa sponsorship availability, so you're only looking at employers already willing to support your status. Most general job boards don't surface visa sponsorship data, which wastes time on applications that go nowhere.
Can I switch from a different visa status to TN as a Technical Instructor?
Yes. If you're currently in the U.S. on F-1, H-1B, or another nonimmigrant status, you can apply for a change of status to TN by filing Form I-129 with USCIS. Alternatively, Canadian citizens can exit and re-enter at a land port to obtain TN status directly. Mexican citizens must obtain TN status through a U.S. consulate abroad.