An English Language or Literature Professor leads courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Adjunct Instructor, English Language Institute Position Information Position Title:
Adjunct Instructor, English Language Institute Department:
English Language Institute Posting Link:
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/62421 Posting Detail Information Position Summary The English Language Institute at the University at Buffalo invites applications for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 Adjunct Instructors to teach credit-bearing English courses to first-year international undergraduate students (in-person).
Responsibilities include:
Prepare and deliver lessons to L2 international undergraduate students that prioritize academic writing and/or speaking and are based on specific student needs. Evaluate student progress and academic achievement through a combination of course papers, presentations, groupwork tasks, and overall student engagement. Maintain student records, including grades and attendance. Participate in required departmental meetings. Hold regular office hours for student conferencing. Outstanding Benefits Package Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages. About Western New York Western New York is an ideal place to live and work. Buffalo, called "The City of Good Neighbors," offers outstanding public schools and affordable housing. Buffalo is a diverse cultural center with excellent theater, museums and music as well as sports teams. For more information, please see: Buffalo Niagara Region. About The University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo . University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Minimum Qualifications Masters degree in TESOL , Applied Linguistics, or related field. Two years or more experience teaching in-person at college or university level. Working knowledge of course management systems Interest in & ability to work collaboratively with English Language Institute faculty on syllabus development Preferred Qualifications Previous experience living, teaching, or working in a predominantly non-English speaking country. Conversational or better fluency in a language other than English. Physical Demands Salary Range $6,000 per course Job Type Part-Time Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting?
No Contact Information Contact's Name:
Timothy Cauller, EdD Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title:
Director, English Language Institute Contact's Email:
eliub@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone:
716-645-2077
Posting Dates Posted:
05/19/2026 Deadline for
Applicants:
Open Until Filled Date to be filled: 08/17/2026 jeid-2af40bf57b46a7489dfc1d64bfe31082
