Adjunct Instructor, Welding

Des Moines Area Community College; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Adjunct Instructor in Welding for the Fall Semester 2025. This part-time role offers an exciting opportunity to teach and inspire students in a dynamic learning environment. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, fostering a safe and engaging classroom atmosphere, and adapting teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles. If you have a strong background in welding and a commitment to student success, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Join a community that values diversity and encourages applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or AWS certification required.
• 3 years non-teaching work experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned welding courses according to syllabus.
• Develop instructional strategies to meet diverse learning styles.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Instructional Strategies

Diversity Awareness

Education

Associate Degree or Diploma in Welding

AWS Certification

DOL Recognized Apprenticeship

Job description

Position Information

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor, Welding

Campus: Newton Campus

Job Number: 25-ADJ57

Employment Date: Fall 2025

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

Work Schedule: Part-time Adjunct Instructor for Fall Semester 2025. Day and evening hours available. Days and times to be determined.

Essential Functions:

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

Required Qualifications:

1. Associate degree or diploma in subject area or AWS certification (IEMT degree will count), OR completion of a DOL recognized apprenticeship in steamfitters, plumbers, boilermakers, iron workers, millwrights, or sheet metal, pipefitters (with relevant material experience).
2. 3 years non-teaching related work experience.
3. Demonstrated effectiveness working with populations having diverse values, and/or coming from varied cultures and backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Teaching experience.

Posting Date: 01/15/2025

Deadline for Submitting Applications: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and embraces diversity. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 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.