Biology Adjunct Instructor — Fall/Spring Teaching

Des Moines Area Community College; Perry, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 1,276,000 - 1,818,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College seeks an Adjunct Biology Instructor for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 at Perry VanKirk Career Academy in Perry, IA. A Master of Biology or an equivalent master’s with 12 graduate credits in Biology is required.

Teaching experience is preferred and will influence salary placement. The role involves teaching assigned biology courses, using diverse instructional strategies, maintaining classroom safety, and clearly communicating course requirements and assessment

Qualifications

• Master of Biology or any master’s with 12 graduate semester credits in Biology.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with a diverse group.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned biology courses per course competencies and syllabi.
• Develops and utilizes instructional strategies to meet varied learning styles.
• Maintains safe and civil learning environment and informs students about requirements.
• Monitors attendance, progress and competency attainment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching ability

Education

Master of Biology or related master with 12 bio credits

Job description

Des Moines Area Community College seeks an Adjunct Biology Instructor for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 at Perry VanKirk Career Academy in Perry, IA. A Master of Biology or an equivalent master’s with 12 graduate credits in Biology is required.

Teaching experience is preferred and will influence salary placement. The role involves teaching assigned biology courses, using diverse instructional strategies, maintaining classroom safety, and clearly communicating course requirements and assessment