UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO Adjunct Instructor, English Language Institute in Buffalo, NY

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Position Title Adjunct Instructor, English Language Institute
Department English Language Institute
Posting Number F260048
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Faculty Appointment Term Temporary
Position Type UUP Faculty
Posting Detail Information

Fiscal Year 2025-2026
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 America’s 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
Master’s 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
Driving Requirements This position does not drive a university owned vehicle
Salary Range $6,000 per course
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Job Type Part-Time
Campus North Campus
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Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting No
Background Check Notification
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
References

Number of References Required 1
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( - ).

  1. - Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. - How did you first hear about this employment opportunity
    • AcademicKeys.com
    • CareerExposure.com
    • CareerWomen.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversitySearch.com
    • GoogleJobs.com
    • HERCjobs.org
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • IMDiversity.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • MBACareers.com
    • Conference
    • Personal Referral
    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
  3. - Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment
    • Yes
    • No
  4. - What will be the highest level of education attained by the time of employment
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • PhD/Doctoral Degree
    • MD
    • JD
  5. - Can you teach in the fall or spring or both
    • Fall
    • Spring
    • Both
  6. - Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
    • Yes
    • No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Teaching Portfolio
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 L 2 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 America’s 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 Master’s 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 Driving Requirements This position does not drive a university owned vehicle Salary Range $6,000 per course Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Job Type Part-Time Campus North Campus Posting Alerts
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