Adjunct Instructor, Biology

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Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Biology

Campus

Campus Perry Van Kirk Career Academy, IA

Job Number

Job Number 26-ADJ
73

Employment Date

Employment Date Fall Semester 2026/Spring Semester 2027

Job Category

Job Category Adjunct Faculty

Salary Information

$1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour ( ECH ).

Job Summary

Adjunct Biology Instructor for Fall Semester 2026 and 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

Master of Biology or any master’s with 12 graduate semester credits in Biology.

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

Adjunct Instructor for Fall Semester 2026 and Spring Semester 2027 . Days and times to be determined.

Posting Date

Posting Date 05/28/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Open Until Filled Yes

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