Mental Health Nursing Instructor (Adjunct)

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College invites applications for a Mental Health Clinical Adjunct Nursing Instructor for Fall Semester 2026. The position requires teaching in nursing courses, utilizing a range of instructional methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.

Responsibilities include delivering course content, assessing student progress, and maintaining professional standards. Applicants must hold a BSN, have 3 years clinical teaching experience, and be eligible for Iowa RN licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• 3 years clinical work experience related to teaching assignment.
• BCLS certification.
• Iowa RN license or ability to obtain prior to start of employment.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi.
• Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies.
• 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.

Skills

Nursing

Teaching

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Job description

Des Moines Area Community College invites applications for a Mental Health Clinical Adjunct Nursing Instructor for Fall Semester 2026. The position requires teaching in nursing courses, utilizing a range of instructional methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.

Responsibilities include delivering course content, assessing student progress, and maintaining professional standards. Applicants must hold a BSN, have 3 years clinical teaching experience, and be eligible for Iowa RN licensure.