Dental Assisting Instructor

Chemeketa Community College•Salem, OR

38d

About The Position

This is a part-time faculty pool for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the year and reviewed based on department need. Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone for an interview. Chemeketa is a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution that aspires to be an inclusive environment where we honor and value the unique contributions of our diverse students, employees, and community. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions that support all students in achieving their educational goals. If you are interested in joining the work of the college to pursue a supportive and inclusive culture, we encourage you to apply. When applying for this position, please attach the electronic documents listed below. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected as an incomplete application. Any documents you provide that are not listed will not been seen by the Search Committee. Resume Unofficial Transcripts -An electronic copy of your academic transcript(s) from an accredited institution which clearly indicate the degree awarded, and any other applicable information, must be attached with your application if you would like it considered as part of your eligibility for the position. Any applicants who earned academic credentials from outside of the United States and wish to use those credits for consideration must also upload an evaluation of college credit earned at the non-U.S. institution.

Requirements

Oregon Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) Certification or Oregon Registered Dental Hygienist.
Certification as a CDA through Dental Assisting National Board
Three years of experience in Dental Assisting

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or current enrollment with graduation (required for didactic courses only)
Graduate of an ADA-accredited Dental Assisting program or Dental Hygienist Program
Oregon Radiological Proficiency Instructor Certificate
Oregon Sealant Certificate or Registered Dental Hygienist
College level teaching experience with traditional and nontraditional students
Proficiency in digital dental radiography
Proficiency in dental practice management software, such as Dentrix or Eagle Soft
Demonstrated experience working with culturally, linguistically and economically diverse students and communities

Responsibilities

Teaches classes as assigned, following current approved course outlines
Meets during scheduled class times
Prepares and develops materials for assigned classes/labs according to program expectations
Provides students with class syllabi
Delivers course content using appropriate methods for student needs and program curriculum
Provides a classroom environment conducive to learner growth
Understands, develops, and provides a learning environment that supports diversity and incorporates a sensitivity to diversity in the workplace
Maintains student records of grades and attendance in accordance with college procedures
Responds to student inquiries and provides feedback in a timely manner
Communicates available college resources to students
Maintains timely communication with college program and supervisor
Stays current on program goals, processes and outcomes
Participates in program assessment and college accreditation
Creates a learning climate of mutual respect and fairness
Encourages creative and critical thinking
Actively engages students in the learning process
Facilitates learning that applies to and enriches lives
Clarifies expectations and encourages student responsibility for learning
Promotes learning as a life-long process
Embraces diversity and actively collaborates effectively with a variety of students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds
Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level in promotion of student success
Embraces, understands and uses appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions
Provides high quality, effective service to internal and external customers through continuous improvement and adoption of lean office practices