Dental Assistant Instructor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program recognized by the S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or a graduate of an otherwise recognized training entity (e.g., hospital-based program) in Dental Assisting, or an institution located outside of the United States and its territories in Dental Assisting.
• A minimum of three (3) years of job-related training and experience for instructors not graduates from an accredited Dental Assistant program.
• A minimum of two (2) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience in Dental Assisting.
• Must be aware of state requirements governing dental assisting programs.
• Proficient in didactic and clinical four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Excel, PowerPoint, and computer skills.
• Nationally Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), or licensed dentist.
• Dentists are not required to hold the CDA or RDA.
• Current license, certification, or another credential required by local, state, or federal laws to work as a Dental Assistant.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy training new hires or guiding students during externships.
• Ability to combine clinic and classroom experience to share expertise.
• Ability to shape the next generation of dental assistants.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver individual lesson plans in one or more subjects using various teaching techniques appealing to different learning styles.
• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student needs and the established curriculum.
• Partner with admissions and career services in on-site and off-site activities, and externship placement activities.
• Evaluate, provide feedback, and grade students’ class work, assignments, and papers within 72 hours.
• Discuss and document academic or behavioral issues with students as they arise, and alert the Assistant Dean of Faculty and the Student Services Coordinator within 24 hours of a behavioral issue.
• Maintain regularly scheduled face-to-face office hours to advise and assist.
• Regularly review and suggest changes through the established process, course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Participate in faculty meetings, advisory board meetings, in-service opportunities, graduations, workshops, and other campus and professional development activities.
• Complete required documentation for individual student files, attendance, incident reports, early alerts, and other necessary records.
• Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and/or visits to clinics and medical facilities.
• Enforce safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors.
• Demonstrates an understanding of critical numbers and works towards achieving the mission award for the organization.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Sick and Safe Time