Instructor, Dental Hygiene

Wake Technical Community College • Health Sciences Campus, NC

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as faculty for the Dental Hygiene Program to include instruction, clinical supervision, student advising, and other program responsibilities associated with both the daytime and evening curriculum. Responsibilities and Duties (Essential Functions) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Graduate of an American Dental Association (ADA), Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited Dental Hygiene Program
• Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application. If your transcripts are not submitted, your application may not receive full consideration.
• Currently licensed as a Dental Hygienist in NC
• Current CPR Certification
• Current local anesthesia certification

Nice To Haves

• Masters' degree in Dental Hygiene or related
• Two years clinical and/or didactic teaching experience
• Two years' clinical practice experience
• Background in educational methodology

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses and provides classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction during scheduled daytime and/or evening/night hours as required.
• Provides clear, effective instruction and guidance to students in a structured and engaging learning environment.
• Utilizes current teaching strategies, technologies, and best practices to enhance student learning.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance, performance, and grades.
• Prepare thoroughly for each class session, student meeting, etc. to ensure high-quality instruction.
• Promotes a safe, respectful, and organized classroom, lab, clinic, and department environment.
• Evaluates and returns student work promptly, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Advises and counsels students regarding academic performance and progress.
• Develops course materials, including syllabi, instructional plans, assessments, and improvement plans that align with program goals and CODA standards.
• Designs curriculum and schedules that support student learning outcomes and meet accreditation requirements.
• Maintains regular office hours for student support and academic advising.
• Engages in professional development activities to stay current with course content, educational methods, clinical techniques, and industry standards.
• Participates in program meetings, student advising, professional development, and other departmental activities, including occasional daytime activities as required by the needs of the program.
• Collaborates with colleagues and actively participates in department meetings, decision-making processes, and program initiatives.
• Supports the growth and continuous improvement of the dental hygiene program through planning, evaluation, and implementation.
• Ensure program operations align with the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) standards, as well as the mission and objectives of the institution.
• Assists in establishing course goals, selecting textbooks, and developing course materials in coordination with program objectives.
• Participates in faculty calibration and standardization activities to promote consistency and reliability in student assessment, clinical instruction, and evaluation.
• Participates in institutional events such as graduation ceremonies.

Benefits

• As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce.
• Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them.
• As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community.
• We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employee's professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level