Adjunct Instructor, English

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This Vacancy Requires:

• A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or “See Resume” will not be accepted.
• Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable).

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or by email [email protected].

*The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience.

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor, English

Campus

Various Locations, IA

Job Number

27-ADJ42

Employment Date

Spring Semester 2027

Job Category

Adjunct Faculty

Application & Position Contact Information

Krystal Cox at [email protected].

Posting Detail Information

Salary Information

$1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour (ECH)

Job Summary

Adjunct English Instructor to teach face to face ENG 105 and/or ENG 106 courses at DMACC Boone Campus and Ames Hunziker Center for Spring Semester 2027.

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

Masters of English, Literature, or related field or any master’s with 12 graduate semester credits in English or Literature.

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

Spring Semester 2027.

ENG 105:

• 01/12/2027 – 5/06/2027, Tuesday and Thursday at Boone Campus, 7:00pm – 8:25pm.
• 02/02/2027 – 5/06/2027, Tuesday and Thursday at Ames Hunziker Center, 12:50pm – 2:15pm.

ENG 106:

• 01/11/2027 – 5/05/2027, Monday and Wednesday, Ames Hunziker Center,11:15am – 12:40pm.
• 01/12/2027 – 5/06/2027, Tuesday and Thursday at Boone Campus, 8:00am – 9:25am.
• 01/12/2027 – 5/06/2027, Tuesday and Thursday at Boone Campus, 11:15am – 12:40pm.

Posting Date

10/16/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Open Until Filled

Yes

Application Instructions

This Vacancy Requires:

• A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or “See Resume” will not be accepted.
• Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable).

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or by email [email protected].

*The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience.

Quick Link for Postings

https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/15833

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Nondiscrimination Statement:

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.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, [email protected]. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, [email protected]. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email [email protected].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you hold the required Master’s degree or any Master’s degree plus 12 graduate semester credits in required discipline as specified in the required qualifications?

(Open Ended Question)

• Please select the course(s) you are interested in teaching. (You may select one or both).

• ENG 105

• ENG 106

• How did you learn about this job opening?

• DMACC Employee Referral

• Friend/Relative

• Indeed.com

• TeachIowa.gov

• HigherEdJobs

• The Chronicle of Higher Education

• Inside Higher Ed

• LinkedIn

• Iowa Workforce Development

• DMACC Website

• DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email

• Other

• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?

• Yes

• No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Transcript 2

• Transcript 3

• Other