Dental Assistant Instructor - PT

Position Summary:

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic faculty member to teach Dental Courses in our Dental Assisting program. This is a part-time, professional position reporting directly to the Program Director. The primary responsibility will be to teach Dental courses. The typical teaching load is 20 hours per week. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, assist the program director and participate in department training, meetings and graduation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaches courses as assigned.
• Utilizes unit and daily lesson plans.
• Utilizes a variety of supplementary resources (i.e. instructional technology, guest speakers, field trips, current articles and literature, discipline specific equipment, etc.).
• Maintains laboratory and classroom organization and cleanliness.
• Monitors classroom and student safety and immediately reports safety concerns to appropriate manager.
• Actively engages in retention activities including documented communication with both students and administration regarding attendance and progress.
• Submits assigned grading and attendance documentation on deadline.
• Provides assistance for the planning, development, and maintenance of program curriculum.
• Works with the Department Chair/Director of Education/Academic Dean to resolve student concerns.

· Provides each student course syllabi on the first day of class.

· Grades tests, projects, and other assignments in a required timeframe.

· Records and maintains accurate student attendance and grade records.

· Participates in student activities such as serving as club advisors, if asked.

· Completes midterm evaluations for each student halfway through the term.

· Reports need for supplies and computer equipment to manager.

· Is aware of the school catalog, faculty handbook, and student handbook, and understands all the procedures and expectations stated within it as well as policies stated therein.
. Participates in the evaluation of textbooks and other instructional materials.

· Is accountable for all equipment, textbooks, instructor’s manuals, software, tapes, CD, etc. being used for the current term.

· Submits final grades to the Registrar by established deadline.

· Performs end-of-the term procedures by preparing the classroom for the next term.

· Provides annual documentation of continuing professional growth.

• Attends scheduled company meetings, in-service workshops and faculty meetings and incorporate learned concepts into classroom instruction.
• Participates in Advisory Board activities coordinated through Career Services and the DOE.
• Adheres to and supports school policies and procedures as referenced in the employee handbook, faculty handbook, and catalog.
• Attends graduation and orientation ceremonies.
• In case of emergency, provides a qualified, prepared substitute who must be approved by your Department Chair prior to class.
• Performs such other duties as may be specified by the DOE.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Skills/Competencies/Qualifications:

• Documented expertise in academic area as demonstrated by data sheets, diplomas, transcripts, certifications, resume
• Expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills
• Minimum of 3 years of significant program related/industry experience
• Appropriate program licensure, as well as relevant certifications, work experience and Associates, Bachelors or MS Degree
• Depending on the program taught, a certificate, diploma or degree at the same level as conferred for the program taught.
• Post secondary teaching experience preferred
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Team player who demonstrates initiative, dependability and reliability

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• dental office work: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Dental Assistant Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: One location