Adjunct Instructor - Dental Assistant

Fox Valley Technical College•Appleton, WI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Adjunct Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the on-going development of instructional strategies that promote student success. This role involves fostering student learning, assessing student progress, developing curriculum, managing classrooms, participating in team activities, engaging with the community and industry partners, supporting student success, and pursuing professional development. The position is for the Dental Assistant program at Fox Valley Technical College.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in a related field required.
Minimum of two (2) years full-time (or 4,000 total hours if part-time) of occupational experience in a target job for the program or programs being taught.
One year (or 2,000 hours) shall be within five (5) years prior to the date of appointment.
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) is required.
Proficient in modern radiography.
Clinical documentation requirements need to be met and maintained.
Proficiency utilizing learning management system.
Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
Communicate effectively and professionally with various audiences.
Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by embracing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
Mobility: The ability to move around the classroom, instructional, or clinical space, including walking between students’ desks or workstations.
Standing and Sitting: The capability to stand for extended periods during lectures or demonstrations, as well as the ability to sit for grading, office hours, and administrative tasks.
Lifting and Carrying: Depending on the subject matter, instructors may need to lift and carry teaching materials, equipment, or props. Ability to manage weight specific to providing student instruction and patient care.
Speech and Hearing: Clear speech and the ability to hear students' questions and interactions are essential for effective instruction.
Fine Motor Skills: Instructors may need precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard, demonstrating skills, or using instructional technology like computers.
Visual Acuity: Adequate vision to read course materials, assess student work, and operate instructional equipment.
Health and Safety: Instructors should be capable of ensuring a safe learning environment, which may involve understanding and adhering to safety protocols, responding to emergencies, and addressing any physical hazards in the instructional space.
Travel: Instructor position may require off-site teaching, fieldwork, or travel for professional development.
Repetitive Motions: Capacity to perform repetitive motions, such as typing, without discomfort or injury.
Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with employees, candidates, and stakeholders, both in-person and through electronic means.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
One year (or 2,000 hours) may be waived for occupational instructors with at least two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within five (5) years prior to the date of appointment.

Responsibilities

Foster student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement.
Create learning experiences that integrate instructional technologies to maximize student success and multiple delivery methodologies such as hybrid, in-person, virtual, and on-line course delivery.
Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to help students be successful.
Use data to measure quality outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, course success, and learning and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence.
Develop and continually revise curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based, current, consistent with employer expectations, and aligned with the college policy on level of required documentation to successfully prepare graduates for their chosen career fields.
Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student attendance and grade records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, housekeeping, and equipment security, and ensure opportunities for student/engagement evaluation.
Ensure course materials (including textbooks) are available to students.
Support the college by engaging in division, department and team activities, and meetings including planning, development, and budgeting, and staying current with internal and external changes and initiatives.
Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners by participating in advisory committees, external meetings, business visits, and community groups.
Collaborate with staff to recruit students, participate in recruitment events, and proactively promote the College and our programs.
Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students reach their goals by collaborating with Student Services staff to retain students, close achievement gaps, and help all students be successful.
Advise students regarding class schedules, career information, internships, and other program-related information.
Continually improve knowledge and skills in emerging trends, current occupational practices, and teaching through professional development activities, networking with regional industry leaders, and the integration of new techniques and technology.
Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.