Auto Collision Instructor (Adjunct) - Fall 2026

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 1,515,000 - 1,722,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny, IA is seeking an Adjunct Auto Collision Instructor for Fall Semester 2026. Teaches courses per competencies and syllabi, using varied strategies while maintaining a safe learning environment.

Evaluates attendance and progress and communicates requirements clearly to students. Requires an Associate degree or diploma in the subject area and relevant non-teaching experience; teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or diploma in subject area.
• 1.5 years non-teaching work experience related to specific course with Associate’s Degree in subject area OR 3 years of non-teaching work experience related to specific course with diploma in subject area.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with populations having diverse values, and/or coming from varied cultures and backgrounds.
• Teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Associate degree or diploma in subject area

Job description

Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny, IA is seeking an Adjunct Auto Collision Instructor for Fall Semester 2026. Teaches courses per competencies and syllabi, using varied strategies while maintaining a safe learning environment.

Evaluates attendance and progress and communicates requirements clearly to students. Requires an Associate degree or diploma in the subject area and relevant non-teaching experience; teaching experience is preferred.