Adjunct Instructor, Welding

Des Moines Area Community College; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor in Welding for Fall Semester 2025. The role involves teaching assigned classes, fostering a supportive learning environment, and engaging students through various instructional methods. Candidates should possess an associate degree or relevant certification along with non-teaching work experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or diploma in subject area or AWS certification required.
• 3 years non-teaching related work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi.
• Develops and utilizes various instructional strategies and techniques.
• Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance and progress.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Relationship Management

Education

Associate degree or diploma in subject area or AWS certification

Completion of a DOL recognized apprenticeship

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 515-964-6301 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.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Welding

Campus

Campus Perry VanKirk Career Academy

Job Number

Job Number 25-ADJ79

Employment Date

Employment Date Fall 2025

Job Category

Job Category Adjunct Faculty

Application & Position Contact Information

Part -time Adjunct Instructor for Fall Semester 2025. Evening hours available. 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

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).
3 years non-teaching related work experience.
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

Part -time Adjunct Instructor for Fall Semester 2025. Evening hours available. Days and times to be determined.

Posting Date

Posting Date 03/13/2025

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 [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.

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] .

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