OHSU Student Worker- Graduate Teaching Assistant

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

13h • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Dentistry at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) to support educational programs in restorative dentistry. The TA will assist in teaching first and second-year dental students (DS1s and DS2s) in the simulation clinic, providing guidance and feedback on various dental procedures. This role involves working alongside faculty instructors and the course director, dedicating a maximum of one-half day per week to teaching responsibilities. The TA will not be involved in student assessments but will monitor evening/Saturday simulation clinic practice sessions.

Requirements

• Enrolled in or on vacation from or is otherwise registered in a Graduate Program with a minimum of 4.5 credit hours.
• Must have experience in a dental clinic environment.
• Must have great communication skills.
• Must be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide help teaching DS1s and DS2s in restorative dentistry courses.
• Teach along with faculty instructors to a group of designated students in the simulation clinic.
• Provide feedback to students on dental procedures including but not limited to waxing, preparing teeth, restoration teeth, making provisionals, Axium, and treatment planning.
• Communicate with course director.
• Show up on time.
• Follow course director's guidance.
• Dedicate a maximum of one-half day a week for teaching.
• Monitor evening/Saturday Sim clinic practice sessions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level