Dental Hygiene Full-Time Faculty/Instructor

South College•Nashville, TN

About The Position

South College Nashville is seeking a Dental Hygiene full-time faculty member to join the team. Full-time faculty in the Dental Hygiene Program serve as a catalyst in the learning process in didactic and clinic settings. Responsible for presenting course content in an organized and motivating manner, guiding, mentoring, monitoring and evaluating student learning in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical setting to ensure entry-level competence into the Dental Hygiene Profession.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited college or university
Bachelor’s Degree In Dental Hygiene or related field
Dental Hygiene License – State of Tennessee or the ability to obtain a Tennessee License
Current CPR Certification
Administration of Local Anesthesia Certification
Nitrous Oxide Certification
3 to 5 years of teaching experience
Dental Office and Operatory Equipment
Computer and dental related software

Nice To Haves

Master's or second degree(s) in Dental Hygiene or a related Health Care

Responsibilities

Teach a full-time load or equivalent through didactic and clinical instruction.
Instruct in areas including, but not limited to, head and neck anatomy, general and oral pathology, radiology, dental materials, pharmacology, periodontology, pre-clinic and clinic lecture, and biochemistry and nutrition.
Assist with coordination of clinical activities and schedules for clinic courses.
Meet all scheduled classes and be fully prepared for each class meeting.
Evaluate students’ work thoroughly and equitably.
Keep informed of current educational trends, both in general and in one’s specific field.
Understand the student group being served and work toward improving students’ skills.
Actively engage in the South College assessment of student learning initiatives and complete assigned assessment activities.
Participate in departmental meetings including calibration, curriculum development, and review, as well as staffing for students of concern.
Keep accurate records, maintain course syllabi, and post grades according to South College schedules.
Assist with new student orientation.
Serve as an Academic Advisor for Dental Hygiene students.
Report to appropriate personnel problems involving students needing special academic or personal assistance.
Schedule, post, and meet five (5) to ten (10) office hours each week.
Attend all meetings and training appropriate to the assigned position.
Actively serve on additional South College committees as appropriate and necessary.
Adhere to the South College philosophy and the policies/procedures of the College.
Accept assignments in evening programs, occupational programs, and student-life activities when appropriate.
Participate in the annual Commencement exercises.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair of Dental Education