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Darling Ingredients

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Des Moines, IA · On-site

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Adjunct Instructor, Veterinary Technology

Des Moines Area Community College

Ankeny, IA • On-site

Other

Re-posted 3 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • 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.

  • Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.

Job description

Adjunct Instructor, Veterinary TechnologyPlease see Special Instructions for more details.

DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Veterinary Technology

Campus

Job Number

Job Number 27-ADJ22

Employment Date

Employment Date Spring and/or Fall Semester 2027

Job Category

Job Category Adjunct Faculty

Application & Position Contact Information

Jessica Thistle at jcthistle@dmacc.edu or (515) 633-2450.

Salary Information

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

Job Summary

Adjunct Veterinary Technology Instructor to in person classes Spring and/or Fall 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

Associate degree in Vet Technology from a CVMA accredited program or a licensed Veteranarian.
3 years of non-teaching-related work experience.
Aptitude in any of the areas of small animal care, clinical pathology, radiology, pharmacology/pharmacy, nursing care, animal nutrition, and/or large animal care.
Demonstrated effectiveness working with populations having diverse values, and/or coming from varied cultures and backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications

Teaching experience.

Work Schedule

Spring and/or Fall Semester 2027. Days and times to be determined.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/04/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES : 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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, dso@dmacc.edu. 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, Title9@dmacc.edu. 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 OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

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