Assistant Professor - Dental Hygiene
About The Position
North Idaho College is seeking a passionate and student-centered educator to join our Dental Hygiene Program as an Assistant Professor of Dental Hygiene. This is an opportunity to help shape the next generation of dental hygienists in a supportive, hands-on learning environment focused on clinical excellence, professionalism, and compassionate patient care. Faculty in this role provide classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction while mentoring and advising students throughout their academic journey. Responsibilities include developing engaging learning experiences, evaluating student performance, supporting accreditation and assessment efforts, supervising students in clinical settings, and contributing to curriculum development and program improvement. This position also plays an active role in recruitment, community partnerships, college service, and collaboration with adjunct and clinical faculty. We are looking for an enthusiastic educator and clinician who can connect with students, adapt to different learning styles, and foster confidence and critical thinking in future healthcare professionals. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, professionalism, collaboration, and the ability to create engaging instruction across traditional, online, and hybrid formats. The ideal candidate values student success, stays current in the field, and embraces the mission of a comprehensive community college. Join a respected, CODA-accredited program dedicated to preparing caring, skilled, and highly qualified dental hygiene professionals ready to make a meaningful impact in the communities they serve.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene.
- Recent Dental Hygiene clinical experience.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of students, faculty, and staff from multi-cultural backgrounds.
- Must possess an Idaho Registered Dental Hygiene License, or obtain within six months of hire.
- CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers certification (AHA) within 90 days of hire.
- Eligible to receive an Idaho post-secondary Career Technical Education (CTE) certificate.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Membership in the American Dental Hygienists’ Association and American Dental Education Association preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction.
- Mentor and advise students throughout their academic journey.
- Develop engaging learning experiences.
- Evaluate student performance.
- Support accreditation and assessment efforts.
- Supervise students in clinical settings.
- Contribute to curriculum development and program improvement.
- Play an active role in recruitment, community partnerships, college service, and collaboration with adjunct and clinical faculty.
Benefits
- Retirement
- 9 sick days per year
- 2 personal days per year
- Tuition assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
