Dental Assisting PT Instructor

Education Affiliates•Port St. Lucie, FL

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor provides updated and fully prepared instruction to students, actively engages in retention activities and manages the classroom/lab activities.

Requirements

Documented expertise in academic area as demonstrated by data sheets, diplomas, transcripts, certifications, resume
Expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills
Minimum of 3 years of significant dental assisting related/industry experience
Team player who demonstrates initiative, dependability and reliability

Responsibilities

Teaches courses as assigned by the Department Chair/DOE/Academic Dean.
Utilizes unit and daily lesson plans.
Utilizes a variety of supplementary resources (i.e. instructional technology, guest speakers, field trips, current articles and literature, discipline specific equipment, etc.).
Maintains laboratory and classroom organization and cleanliness.
Monitors classroom and student safety and immediately report safety concerns to appropriate manager.
Actively engages in retention activities including documented communication with both students and administration regarding attendance and progress.
Submits assigned grading and attendance documentation on deadline.
Provides assistance for the planning, development, and maintenance of program curriculum.
Works with the Department Chair/Director of Education/Academic Dean to resolve student concerns.
Provides each student course syllabi on the first day of class.
Grades tests, projects, and other assignments in a required timeframe.
Records and maintains accurate student attendance and grade records.
Participates in student activities such as serving as club advisors, if asked.
Completes midterm evaluations for each student halfway through the term.
Reports need for supplies and computer equipment to manager.
Is aware of the school catalog, faculty handbook, and student handbook, and understands all the procedures and expectations stated within it as well as policies stated therein.
Participates in the evaluation of textbooks and other instructional materials.
Is accountable for all equipment, textbooks, instructor’s manuals, software, tapes, CD, etc. being used for the current term.
Submits final grades to the Registrar by established deadline.
Performs end-of-the term procedures by preparing the classroom for the next term.
Provides annual documentation of continuing professional growth.
Attends scheduled company meetings, in-service workshops and faculty meetings and incorporate learned concepts into classroom instruction.
Adheres to and supports school policies and procedures as referenced in the employee handbook, faculty handbook, and catalog.
Regular and reliable attendance.