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 dedicated Adjunct Instructor in Welding for the Fall Semester 2025. This part-time role offers flexible day and evening hours, allowing you to engage with students in a dynamic learning environment. You'll be responsible for teaching courses, developing instructional strategies, and fostering a safe learning atmosphere. Ideal candidates will possess an Associate degree or AWS certification, along with relevant work experience. Join this forward-thinking college and make a meaningful impact on the next generation of skilled tradespeople!

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate degree or AWS certification, or relevant apprenticeship.
• 3 years of non-teaching related work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses and develops instructional strategies.
• Monitors and documents student progress and attendance.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Associate degree or diploma in subject area

AWS certification

Completion of a 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

Application & Position Contact Information: Part-time Adjunct Instructor for Fall Semester 2025. Day and 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).

1. 3 years non-teaching related work experience.
2. 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. Day and evening hours available. Days and times to be determined.

Posting Date

01/15/2025

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Open Until Filled

Minimum Requirements

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

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.

Discrimination Policy

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.

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