JOB GOAL: To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions. Pay is $1,314 per credit hour.
General Job Summary
Kirkwood Community College seeks a skilled enthusiastic individual to join our faculty to teach Industrial Math in-person at our Washington County Regional Center (Washington, IA) campus location. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge base in their discipline and teaching experience at the college level is desirable. Primary duties will include teaching assigned class(es) and communicating with department staff, students and faculty.
Course Meeting Details:
- Fall Semester – October 19, 2026 – December 2, 2026
- Monday/Wednesday – 7:45 am – 10:10 am
- Face-to-face section at Washington County Regional Center
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 course 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.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Provide instruction in discipline in a face-to-face course format
- Work with other faculty members to develop a course syllabus and consistent assessments.
- Communicate with department staff, students, and faculty on a regular basis.
- Regularly login to Kirkwood Learning Management System.
- 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.
Physical Activities With/Without Reasonable Accommodation
Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.
Minimum Qualifications
- 6000 hours of industry experience using applied math in the automotive industry, OR
- 3000 hours of industry experience using applied math in the automotive industry AND an associate’s degree in automotive technology or related field, OR
- Bachelor’s degree in any subject with at least 12 credit hours of math coursework
Preferred Qualifications, Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
- Previous teaching experience preferred
EEO/AA Statement
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) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov.
Why Kirkwood
Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Working at Kirkwood Community College
Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids is a globally recognized leader in higher education where learner success has always been a focal point. For more than 50 years, Kirkwood faculty and staff have cultivated a welcoming and motivating environment that meets students where they are, and helps them get exactly where they want to be. With one of the lowest tuition in the state, more than 130 programs to choose from, flexible class offerings, and convenient locations across seven counties in Eastern Iowa, Kirkwood makes higher education more accessible for people in all walks of life. Through affordable, innovative educational training and many impactful community partnerships, Kirkwood hopes to continue strengthening the regional workforce for years to come.
As one of Cedar Rapids' top employers, Kirkwood strives to reward employees with a generous benefits package and perks, including:
- Professional development opportunities
- Free use of the Kirkwood Recreation Center
- On campus retail discounts at places like our bookstore, Eagle Tech, cafeteria and hotel (yes, we have a hotel too!)
- Free admission to performing arts and athletic events
- Computer and software purchasing program through Eagle Tech, our Apple-authorized campus store
- Employee tuition discounts and half-price tuition for family members
- Generous leave policies that provide a work-life balance
- Choice of retirement programs and unheard-of employer contribution
- Competitive Total Rewards packages