Dental Assistant Instructor (Part-Time)

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings•Houston, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Pima Medical Institute is seeking an engaging Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor (24 hours/week) to join our Houston campus faculty team. In this key instructional role, you will deliver morning and afternoon lectures and hands-on lab sessions to ensure compliance with program regulatory instructor-to-student ratios. You will instruct adult learners in four-handed and six-handed dentistry principles, chairside procedures, dental radiography, and lab safety protocols while preparing them for successful dental assisting careers.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program recognized by USDE or CHEA (or equivalent recognized hospital/international program); OR Minimum of three (3) years of job-related training and experience in dental assisting for non-graduates.
Minimum of two (2) years of practical, occupational experience in dental assisting.
Nationally Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), or Licensed Dentist (Dentists exempt from CDA/RDA credential).
Active Texas state registration/credential required by law to work as a Dental Assistant.
Proficient in didactic and clinical four-handed and six-handed dentistry principles and aware of Texas state regulatory requirements governing dental assisting.
Strong verbal and written communication; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver engaging lesson plans utilizing diverse teaching techniques to accommodate various learning styles and student needs.
Instruct students in didactic concepts and hands-on chairside labs, demonstrating four-handed and six-handed dentistry techniques, infection control, and equipment operation.
Serve as a morning and afternoon instructor to maintain required regulatory instructor-to-student ratios across classroom and lab settings.
Grade classwork, practical lab assessments, and assignments within 72 hours, providing constructive feedback.
Maintain regularly scheduled face-to-face office hours to advise students, support academic progress, and address behavioral concerns promptly.
Supervise student externship experiences, coordinate guest speakers, and arrange clinic and dental office visits.
Periodically evaluate facilities and equipment regarding modern dental assisting concepts, recommending course material updates through established channels.