Dental Radiology Lab Instructor

Springfield Technical Community College•Springfield, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Springfield Technical Community College is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Licensed Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Hygienist to serve as a part-time Dental Radiology Lab Instructor within its Workforce Development Dental Radiology Program. The program combines online learning with in-person laboratory instruction to help dental assistants develop competency in dental radiographic procedures. The instructor helps students translate classroom knowledge into practical clinical skills through hands-on instruction and guidance in obtaining dental radiographs safely and effectively. The schedule is up to four three-hour laboratory sessions per month, totaling 12 hours of instruction per course. Sessions take place in the evening from 5:30 to 8:30 PM. This is a non-union, grant-funded-no, part-time position. Salary is $60.00 per hour; benefits are not offered. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States; STCC does not sponsor H1B visas. Employment is subject to pre-employment screening, including applicable background checks and verification of credentials, licenses, certifications, and work history. Employees must complete Information Awareness Security Training within 30 days of orientation and annually thereafter.

Requirements

Current Massachusetts licensure as a Dental Assistant or Dental Hygienist.
Proficiency in obtaining and evaluating dental radiographs, including bitewings, periapicals, and full-mouth series.
Strong understanding of dental radiographic techniques, radiation safety, and infection control.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to demonstrate techniques clearly and provide constructive feedback to students.
Availability to teach evening laboratory sessions.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Current Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certification.
Previous teaching, clinical training, or mentoring experience.
Experience with digital dental radiography and panoramic imaging.
Familiarity with dental radiology competency assessments.
Experience working with adult learners or workforce development programs.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on instruction in bitewing, periapical, full-mouth series (FMX), and panoramic radiographic techniques.
Demonstrate proper patient positioning, radiographic equipment operation, and image acquisition techniques.
Guide students through laboratory exercises using dental radiographic equipment, digital sensors, and dental manikins.
Evaluate student performance, radiographic images, and clinical competencies.
Reinforce radiation safety, infection control, and proper equipment handling.
Help students identify and correct radiographic errors.
Prepare laboratory stations and equipment before instructional sessions and assist with clean-up.
Collaborate with program faculty to maintain consistency in instruction, assessment, and program expectations.
Maintain a supportive, professional, and engaging learning environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.