Adjunct Instructor, Environmental Science

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

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is seeking an adjunct Environmental Science Instructor for Fall Semester 2026 and Spring Semester 2027. The position involves teaching assigned courses in environmental science, developing diverse instructional strategies, and maintaining a structured, safe classroom environment.

The role requires a Master of Biology with two Environmental Biology courses or a Master’s with 12 graduate credits in Biology including two Environmental Biology courses, and

Qualifications

• Master of Biology or higher with two Environmental Biology courses or 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 from varied backgrounds.
• Teaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching

Education

Master of Biology with Environmental Biology coursework

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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 515-964-6479 or by email [e-mail] .

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.

Position Information

Job Title

Campus

Campus Various Locations, IA

Job Number

Job Number 26-ADJ75

Employment Date

Employment Date Fall Semester 2026/Spring Semester 2027

Job Category

Job Category Adjunct Faculty

Application & Position Contact Information

Rich Roberts at [e-mail].

Salary Information

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

Job Summary

Adjunct Environmental Science Instructor for Fall Semester 2026 and Spring Semester 2027.

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

Fall Semester 2026 and Spring Semester 2027.
Days and times to be determined.

Posting Date

Posting Date 05/28/2026

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 515-964-6479 or by email [e-mail] .

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment), and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone [phone], [e-mail]. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone [phone], [e-mail]. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone [phone], fax [phone], TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR [e-mail].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you hold the required Master’s degree or any Master’s degree plus 12 graduate semester credits in required discipline as specified in the required qualifications? (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you learn about this job opening?

  • DMACC Employee Referral
  • Friend/Relative
  • Indeed.com
  • TeachIowa.gov
  • HigherEdJobs
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • LinkedIn
  • Iowa Workforce Development
  • DMACC Website
  • DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email
  • Other

• * Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?

  • Yes
  • No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)