Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor (Fall/Spring)

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 1,276,000 - 1,818,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is seeking an adjunct Environmental Science Instructor for Fall Semester 2026 and Spring Semester 2027. The position involves teaching assigned courses in environmental science, developing diverse instructional strategies, and maintaining a structured, safe classroom environment.

The role requires a Master of Biology with two Environmental Biology courses or a Master’s with 12 graduate credits in Biology including two Environmental Biology courses, and

Qualifications

• Master of Biology or higher with two Environmental Biology courses or 12 graduate semester credits in Biology including two Environmental Biology courses.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals from varied backgrounds.
• Teaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi.
• Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse learning styles.
• Fosters a safe and civil learning environment and informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies.
• Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Master of Biology with Environmental Biology coursework

Job description

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is seeking an adjunct Environmental Science Instructor for Fall Semester 2026 and Spring Semester 2027. The position involves teaching assigned courses in environmental science, developing diverse instructional strategies, and maintaining a structured, safe classroom environment.

The role requires a Master of Biology with two Environmental Biology courses or a Master’s with 12 graduate credits in Biology including two Environmental Biology courses, and