To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions. 

Pay is $1,304 per credit hour, subject to increase after July 1, 2026

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: 

Kirkwood Community College welcomes applicants for the position of adjunct instructor to teach in various disciplines at the college throughout the year. Please complete this application to share your educational certification and professional experiences. You will be contacted if your credentials match the criteria for an opening within our department.  

Currently we are seeking to receive applications for the following disciplines: 

• Finance (this course will be at the Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa (Coralville) for fall 2026. The section will meet Monday/Wednesday from 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM).

Previous successful college-level teaching preferred. Employment offer is contingent upon satisfactory results on criminal background check and receiving official transcripts. Kirkwood welcomes, values, and nurtures people of all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. AA/EEO Employer. 
  
Note: Please attach any related certificates or licenses along with unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required if offered a position. 

Adjunct faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions scheduled intermittently based on institutional need. Adjuncts are not guaranteed work in any semester and are notified of course assignments prior to each term as courses become available.
  
UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES: 

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence. 
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. 
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. 
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success. 
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

• Provide instruction in discipline. 

• Work with other faculty members to develop a course syllabus and consistent assessments. 
• Communicate with department staff, students, and faculty on a regular basis. 
• Perform other related work duties as assigned. 

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS: 

• Effectively instruct and communicate material for the course.
• Abide by and enforce safety rules when in a lab setting. 
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. 

Position involves working in a classroom setting. Occasional (10-33%) sitting, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) standing, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

• Possess a baccalaureate or graduate degree in the area or related area of study or occupational area in which the instructor teaches classes, or possess a baccalaureate degree in any area of study if at least 18 credit hours completed were in the field of instruction in which the instructor teaches classes; OR 

• Possess an associate degree in the CTE field of instruction in which the instructor is teaching, if such degree is considered terminal for that field of instruction, and have at least 3,000 hours of recent and relevant work experience in the area taught; OR 
• Have special training and at least 6,000 hours of relevant tested work experience in the occupational area (or related area) in which the instructor teaches classes. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: 

• Experience teaching at the college level. 
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college. 
• Demonstrated success in working collaboratively. 
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. 
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills. 
• Master’s degree in related field.

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404,319-398-5572,equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone:(303) 844-5695FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email:OCR.Denver@ed.gov.