Instructor, Dental Hygiene (Part Time)

Houston Community College

52d

About The Position

Provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. The faculty member’s role encompasses the general areas of learning facilitation, personal and professional development, and institutional and community service. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop, and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning as it relates to preparing students for employment and licensure in the Dental Hygiene profession. The incumbent will teach a maximum load of contact hours each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division and college (See Faculty Workload Guidelines).

Requirements

Must be eligible to teach clinical courses at HCC's affiliate sites by meeting any requirements for entry set by the affiliate sites.
Associate’s degree or higher required.
Must be a graduate of a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) program.
Must be a Registered Dental Hygienist with a license in good standing to practice dental hygiene in the State of Texas or be able to obtain a license to practice Dental Hygiene in Texas upon employment.
Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certifications must accompany application
1 year college level teaching experience or 3 years related work experience required
Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city.
Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
Possess good organizational and planning skills.
Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others.