What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Teaching and Learning position at Des Moines Area Community College?
Please 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 515-964-6301 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 and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience. 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 Details
Position Information
Job Title
Director of Teaching and Learning
Campus
Ankeny Campus, IA
Job Number
26-A54
Employment Date
As soon as possible.
Job Category
Administrative/Professional Positions
Application & Position Contact Information
Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or jobs@dmacc.edu for information concerning the application process. Melissa Anderson at (515) 965-7046 or maanderson15@dmacc.edu for information concerning the position or your status once the position has closed.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Information
Starting salary: $93,664 – $101,929
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The starting salary range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Pay Grade: AQ
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The starting salary range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Pay Grade: AQ
Job Summary
The Director of Teaching and Learning will serve as the college’s leader for organizing and delivering college-wide professional development to all faculty (regular faculty, adjunct faculty and HS concurrent instructors) on instructional strategies and pedagogy. This position will facilitate and plan the delivery of professional development on assigned college professional days for faculty. Oversee the revisions and implementation of the Quality Faculty Plan.
Essential Functions
Lead the design and continuous improvement of a cohesive, college-wide faculty development system supporting new hire, adjunct, and full-time faculty ongoing professional growth through onboarding, professional learning, and evaluation structures. Use faculty feedback and participation data to continuously refine systems so they remain integrated, accessible, and responsive to institutional priorities.
Optimize the use of student learning and course success data to drive continuous instructional improvement. Collaborate with Academic Affairs and Institutional Effectiveness to translate data into actionable insights, identify trends, and support targeted strategies such as course redesign, assessment enhancements, and focused professional learning.
Manage the implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Faculty Plan as the core system for faculty growth. Facilitate committee work and processes, support faculty and supervisors, and ensure alignment with institutional goals while using feedback and data to enhance clarity, flexibility, and effectiveness.
Lead the design and delivery of practical, evidence-based professional learning, including college-wide events (including professional development days) and ongoing programming across campuses and modalities. Prioritize applied, sustained learning that enables faculty to develop materials and refine instruction.
Enhance the development and organization of instructional resources, maintaining a centralized, accessible repository of tools, templates, and guidance. Evaluate and promote innovative, evidence-based practices, supporting faculty in adopting approaches aligned with student learning outcomes.
Collaborate district-wide and across departments to support teaching and learning. Build partnerships with deans, chairs, and faculty, to provide practical, context-specific consultation to address instructional challenges and promote shared ownership.
Perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to contributing to accreditation efforts, supporting strategic projects, and responding to emerging needs.
Required Qualifications
Master’s Degree.
Five years of experience in an educational setting or training in a professional development setting. Experience must include exemplary evidence as a teaching/instructor.
Completion of a teacher education, development, or training program.
Experience with a variety of training/instructional modalities including online.
Experience in planning and conducting professional development in the areas of teaching and learning.
Experience in data analysis and decision-making.
Record of using interpersonal skills with individuals, teams, and groups.
Ability to be a collaborator and a convener, to work judiciously and diplomatically, with the capacity to build bridges and consensus.
Knowledge of current software applications.
Strong project management skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds.
Five years of experience in an educational setting or training in a professional development setting. Experience must include exemplary evidence as a teaching/instructor.
Completion of a teacher education, development, or training program.
Experience with a variety of training/instructional modalities including online.
Experience in planning and conducting professional development in the areas of teaching and learning.
Experience in data analysis and decision-making.
Record of using interpersonal skills with individuals, teams, and groups.
Ability to be a collaborator and a convener, to work judiciously and diplomatically, with the capacity to build bridges and consensus.
Knowledge of current software applications.
Strong project management skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds.
Desired Qualifications
Doctorate in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development or related area.
Experience in faculty/instructional development in a higher education setting.
Successful record of experience in leadership working collaboratively with stakeholders to advance initiatives.
Experience in faculty/instructional development in a higher education setting.
Successful record of experience in leadership working collaboratively with stakeholders to advance initiatives.
Physical Requirements
Constant:
- Sit
Occasional:
- Lift Floor to Waist < 10 lbs
- Carry < 10 lbs x 100 ft
- Push/pull horizontal 10 lbs x 18 in
- Lateral Pinch
- Forward reach
- Crouch
- Neck Flexion, Extension & Rotation
- Fine Motor Coordination
- Hand & Foot Coordination
- Stand
- Ability to be Mobile
Mobility accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and determined by the essential functions of this position.
Physical Demand Category
Light
Post offer, Pre-Employment Physical Test
N/A
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, day hours.
Posting Date
05/13/2026
Deadline for Submitting Applications
05/26/2026
Open Until Filled
No
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 515-964-6301 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 and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience. 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.
Quick Link for Postings
https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/14713
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. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html.
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.
Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to 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.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html.
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.
Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to 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.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Describe your philosophy of teaching and learning in higher education. (200-400 words max)
(Open Ended Question)
- * Describe your experience in faculty/instructional development in education. (200-400 words max)
(Open Ended Question)
- * Explain your experience with providing faculty development through a variety of training/instructional modalities. (50-150 words max)
(Open Ended Question)
- * How would you support faculty in creating engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments? (150-300 words max)
(Open Ended Question)
- * How would you support faculty in integrating emerging technologies, online learning strategies, or evidence-based teaching practices into their courses? (150-300 words max)
(Open Ended Question)
- * How did you learn about this job opening?
- DMACC Employee Referral
- Friend/Relative
- really.com
- TeachIowa.gov
- HigherEdJobs
- CareerBuilder
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Inside Higher Ed
- 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
Optional Documents
- Transcripts
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 2
- Transcript 3
Salary : $93,664 - $101,929