Instructor, Dental Assistant (Part-time)

Milwaukee Area Technical College•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) seeks a part-time Dental Assisting instructor to teach assigned classes to students in its Dental Assisting Program. Under the supervision of the Dean or designee, the instructor teaches didactic and laboratory sessions and supports the development, delivery, and evaluation of the Dental Assisting curriculum and program. The role includes advising and mentoring students, managing classroom and laboratory operations, maintaining facilities and equipment, ordering supplies, planning and supervising clinical learning experiences, and coordinating with the dental community and program advisory committee. The instructor also assesses student achievement and program effectiveness, participates in departmental and institutional activities, supports student recruitment and retention, and maintains current professional credentials and knowledge. This is a part-time faculty pool position supporting the Healthcare Pathway. Assignments are temporary, not guaranteed, and may vary in hours and days based on course availability and department needs each semester. Work must be performed in Wisconsin. Teaching may be in person, online, or hybrid, and may take place during daytime, evening, or weekend classes. The position is available to start as soon as possible. The starting rate is $40 per course hour of teaching, with an additional 45 minutes of compensation for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and preparation, equivalent to $70 per hour.

Requirements

Meet one of the following education or experience pathways: a bachelor's degree or higher in Dental Hygiene, Education, or a related field; an associate's degree in Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, or comparable educational credits plus at least two years (4,000 hours) of related experience; or a technical diploma in a medical/dental program plus two years (4,000 hours) of related experience.
Have at least two years of full-time or equivalent (4,000 hours) experience as a Dental Assistant.
In addition to the occupational experience requirement, have either at least one year of work experience within the last five years or two years of post-secondary Dental Assisting/Dental Hygiene teaching within the last five years.
Have one year of teaching experience equivalent to two full-time semesters or four part-time semesters, per Wisconsin Administrative Code TCS 33.04.
Hold Certified Dental Assistant certification recognized by the Dental Assistant National Board, or be able to obtain it within one year of hire if not licensed.
Hold licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist and/or licensed DDS in Wisconsin, or be able to obtain licensure within 60 days of employment.
Demonstrate standards of teaching excellence in understanding students and fostering success, classroom management, planning and organization, content mastery and currency, teaching methodology, assessment of student learning, and professional contributions.
Have experience with email systems such as Gmail or Outlook, voicemail systems, and Microsoft Office Suite or Google tools.
Work in the state of Wisconsin.

Nice To Haves

Experience with or willingness to learn online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules, and rosters, such as Self-Service.
Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course-management systems.
Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems, including SMART symposium, interactive touch-screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players, or other classroom technology.
Experience with emerging technologies such as social networking applications.
Flexibility to teach in-person, online, and/or hybrid assignments during daytime, evening, and/or weekend classes.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities in classroom, laboratory, and dental clinical settings.
Create, implement, and monitor student instructional activities during didactic and laboratory sessions.
Manage the classroom and laboratory, including maintaining facilities and managing equipment, supplies, and materials.
Ensure safe operation of clinic equipment; maintain equipment inventory and preventive maintenance; and reinforce infection-prevention and safe-use regulations.
Complete annual Hazard Communications and Bloodborne Pathogens update training requirements for faculty, staff, and students.
Develop, monitor, and revise curriculum as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness and assist with program evaluation.
Plan and supervise clinical learning experiences.
Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues; mentor students and support student organizations and activities.
Work with the associate dean to monitor the program budget.
Collaborate with the program advisory committee and serve as a liaison with the dental community.
Participate in in-service training, workshops, educational activities, and departmental and institutional meetings.
Promote the education and training program, participate in student recruitment and retention efforts, and help market MATC.
Develop relationships with business and industry and complete program evaluation and follow-up.
Maintain required certification, pursue professional development, and stay current in the field.
Perform other duties as assigned.