Adjunct Instructor, Economics (Online/Remote)

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); Remote; USD 1,276,000 - 1,818,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College invites applications for an Adjunct Economics Instructor (Online/Remote) to teach Microeconomics and Macroeconomics in the Spring Semester 2027. This position is remote/online to serve a wide student base. Requirements include a Master’s degree in Economics or a Master’s with 12 graduate credits in Economics.

Teaching experience is desirable. The instructor will use varied strategies, clarify course requirements, and monitor attendance and progress in online

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics or any Master’s with 12 graduate semester credits in Economics.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals from varied backgrounds.
• Teaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi.
• Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies designed to meet individual learning styles.
• 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.

Skills

Teaching

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s in Economics or equivalent with 12 grad credits in Economics

Job description

Adjunct Instructor, Economics (Online/Remote)

DMACC is an AEO employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email [e-mail].

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

Position Information

Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Economics (Online/Remote)

Campus Remote/On-Line

Job Number 27-ADJ33

Employment Date Spring Semester 2027

Job Category Adjunct Faculty

Salary Information

$1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour ( ECH ).

Job Summary

Adjunct Economics Instructor for Spring Semester 2027 to teach online Microeconomics and Macroeconomics courses.

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’s degree in Economics or any Master’s with 12 graduate semester credits in Economics.

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

January 11 – May 6, 2026.

Posting Date

08/31/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Open Until Filled Yes

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