Adjunct Instructor, Dental Assisting (Looking to Fill Immediately)

If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education or official transcript evaluation (required if the degree was attained outside the US) from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) recognized organization, are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work. Failure to comply may result in revocation of the job offer.

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Employment Category Adjunct Contract Length N/A Expected Work Schedule Variable Anticipated Days Variable Anticipated Hours Variable Anticipated Hours per Week Variable Job Description Summary The Adjunct Dental Assisting Instructor provides instruction in classroom, laboratory, simulation, and/or clinical settings within the Dental Assisting Program. The instructor is responsible for facilitating student learning, evaluating student competency, promoting a safe learning environment, and supporting the program's mission while maintaining compliance with CODA accreditation standards, institutional policies, OSHA regulations, and infection control guidelines. Duties 1. Teach or assist with all levels of courses within the Dental Assisting curriculum. This includes lectures, labs, and clinics. 2. Prepare instructional materials that support course and program learning outcomes. 3. Supervise and evaluate student knowledge, technical skills, and clinical competencies. 4. Provide timely feedback and be available for remediation in labs and all dental assisting courses. 5. Collaborate with departmental personnel in curriculum revisions/updates which reflect changing trends, information, and technologies and ensure compliance with the Standards of the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association, the Department of Community Colleges approved standards for the curriculum and the Criteria of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. 6. Abide by OSHA regulations and policies, ensuring a safe learning environment. 7. Abide by college principals and standards. Minimum Requirements 1. Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program. 2. Clinical experience in general dentistry or a dental specialty. 3. Current CDA certification by DANB. 4. Current certification in Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider. Preferred Qualifications 1. Associate or Bachelor's degree. 2. Experience using learning management systems (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, etc.). 3. Experience in CODA-accredited dental assisting education. 4. Experience teaching and evaluating psychomotor skills. Special Instructions to Applicants If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education or official transcript evaluation (required if the degree was attained outside the US) from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) recognized organization, are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work. Failure to comply may result in revocation of the job offer.

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Start Date 08/17/2026 Keep Open Until Filled Yes Salary Range $42.15 per hour

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