Adjunct Instructor, Environmental Science

Des Moines Area Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Environmental Science for the Spring/Summer Semester 2026. The position involves teaching courses, developing instructional strategies, and fostering a safe learning environment. Required qualifications include a Master's in Biology with specific coursework. Teaching experience is desired. The job is located in Ankeny, IA, and days and times are to be determined.
Position Details

Position Information

Job Title
Adjunct Instructor, Environmental Science

Campus
Various Locations, IA

Job Number
25-ADJ97

Employment Date
Spring/Summer Semester 2026

Job Category
Adjunct Faculty

Application & Position Contact Information

Rich Roberts at reroberts@.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Information

$1,101 per Equivalent Credit Hour (ECH).

Job Summary

Adjunct Instructor for Spring/Summer Semester 2026 . Days and times to be determined.

Essential Functions

Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi. Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students. Fosters a safe and civil learning environment. Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies. Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.

Required Qualifications

Master of Biology including two Environmental Biology courses or any master's with 12 graduate semester credits in Biology including two Environmental Biology courses.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications

Teaching experience.

Work Schedule

Adjunct Instructor for Spring/Summer Semester 2026 .
Days and times to be determined.

Posting Date
09/08/2025

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting "See Resume" will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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