Professor, Dental Hygiene

Tyler Junior College•TJC Central Campus, TX

70d•Onsite

About The Position

The Professor, AAS Dental Hygiene, is a full-time 9-month faculty position that reports to the Department Chair, Dental Studies, and the Dean, Nursing & Health Sciences. Professors provide classroom instruction and college service and are responsible to department chairs and instructional deans. The College champions student and community success by providing a caring, comprehensive experience through educational excellence, stellar service, innovative programming and authentic partnerships. Paramount to Tyler Junior College as a premiere institution of higher learning is the commitment by the College faculty to academic excellence, integrity, and scholarship, as well as the focus on student and community success.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene with a Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene, Education, Public Health, or related field.
Three years of consistent and current clinical dental hygiene practice.
Currency in professional development.
Technical knowledge and skills related to digital and ultrasonic equipment.
Current State of Texas Dental Hygiene Licensure
Current BLS certification
Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.
Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Education, Public Health, or related field.
Certified Dental Assistant
Five years of consistent and current dental hygiene practice.
Previous teaching or training experience.

Responsibilities

Exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning
Maintain current and comprehensive knowledge and experience in the teaching field and assigned teaching discipline
Create a classroom environment reflecting professionalism, equity, respect, and trust
Adhere to college policies
Abide by Employee Standards of Conduct
Perform job duties as assigned by department chair and dean (unless request is in violation of TJC policy or local/state/federal laws)
Stay current with and follow departmental and college policies
Complete required compliance trainings and stay current on professional development hours
Exhibit a commitment to student success
Design classroom instructional activities appropriate to the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives
Embed interactive learning activities in the instructional setting that engage student learning and encourage student development of active learning skillsets
Facilitate student learning and successful completion of course by preparing and using appropriate instructional materials compatible with the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives
Align learning opportunities and employ suitable assessments of course learning outcomes and program learning outcomes, with the student core competencies
Sequence learning opportunities and assessments through the courses and program to build student learning and understanding
Integrate workplace professional skillsets into the classroom environment (i.e., prompt and regular attendance, initiative to seek clarification, timely submission of work, use of technology in work completion, etc.)
Motivate students to perform at their highest level by maintaining an atmosphere of dignity and cordiality conducive to learning in both the classroom and office
Adhere to college policies
Meet all classes as scheduled and maximize use of available class time
Maintain scheduled office hours as required
Follow attendance and office hour requirements for online and hybrid classes as specified in the distance education course standards (see employee handbook)
Follow prescribed course syllabi and adopted textbooks [including appropriate assigned readings]
Inform students of student learning outcomes, class procedures, and grading policies at the beginning of each semester
Demonstrate initiative and/or cooperative support of leadership, faculty, and staff to implement strategic improvements and achieve goals
Attend and participate in required department and school meetings, and perform other duties as assigned by the department chair or instructional dean
Teach in the modality (face-to-face, hybrid, or online) chosen by the College
Maintain accurate records and submit required student attendance and grade reports by published deadlines
Model professional conduct and enforce student conduct policies as prescribed
Participate in all required convocation activities and graduation events
Maintain required memberships/licensures/certifications per department and accrediting body standards
Assume duties, including committee assignments, over and above assigned classes and office hours as requested by department chair or instructional dean.
Demonstrate commitment to the college through actively participating in TJC-sponsored events and activities beyond assigned classes and office hours as appropriate
Network with community members and others to promote the TJC program and its students
Exhibit conduct that reflects the mission, vision, and values of the institution and the community
Perform all duties of a Clinical Faculty as outlined in the Dental Studies Faculty Handbook.
Adhere to all clinical policies and procedures outlined in the Clinic Manual.
Adhere to clinic schedules, and rotations assigned by the respective Clinic Coordinator.