Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full or part time
Reference
N/A
Posted
Oct 16, 2026
About the role
Dental Hygiene Instructor PT
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- Please apply online at jobs.kvcc.edu
- Kalamazoo Valley reserves the right to close this job posting once a sufficient applicant pool is established.
- Official transcripts will be required to be submitted upon hire.
Personnel Requisition
Personnel Requisition| Posting Number: | 00597 |
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| Job Title: | Dental Hygiene Instructor PT |
| Location: | Texas Township Campus |
| Full-Time/Part-Time: | Part Time |
| Pay Rate: | Varies depending on classes taught. |
| Position Type: | Faculty |
| Department: | Dental Hygiene |
| Job Summary: | Do you enjoy helping others reach their full potential? Are you constantly searching for ways to improve your teaching effectiveness to better meet the needs of others? Are you an enthusiastic, upbeat individual who creates positive energy in your environment? If so, then Kalamazoo Valley Community College may have the ideal opportunity for you. About Us Kalamazoo Valley Community College is a comprehensive, fully accredited, public, two-year college in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We offer associate degrees in more than 60 areas of study and 50 certificate programs. Kalamazoo Valley Community College creates innovative and equitable opportunities that empower all to learn, grow, and thrive. About this OpportunityWe are looking for a part-time instructor in our Dental Hygiene program to teach one or more of the following courses:
Applicants must be familiar and flexible with a variety of instructional strategies including an ability to utilize technology-based instruction in the classroom and have an understanding of the community college philosophy. Communication and leadership skills are needed to effectively work in this position with both faculty and staff. Candidate must be willing to serve as an integral part of a comprehensive team. |
| Minimum Qualifications: | Dentist or Licensed Dental Hygienist with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required, AND a minimum of two years clinical experience is also required. |
| Preferred Qualifications and Experience: | Master’s degree preferred with a strong commitment to education, service and professional growth in Dental Education. |
| Physical Demands: | Standing for extended periods of time. |
| Work Hours: | Varies depending upon assignments |
| Posting Date | 10/14/2026 |
| Closing Date: | |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
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| EEO Statement | As an employer, Kalamazoo Valley encourages, welcomes, and fosters differences because we believe that diversity makes us great. It is the policy of Kalamazoo Valley Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race (including traits associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, color, national origin/ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, age, height, weight, familial status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by law, in its programs, services, employment or activities. All qualified applicants will be given equal opportunity and consideration for employment; please consider joining us as we empower all to learn, grow and thrive. Prior to a job offer, candidates will be required to complete a criminal record background check. For some positions, a credit history investigation will also be required. Information gathered will be used for job-related purposes to the extent permitted by applicable law and will not result in an automatic disqualification from an employment opportunity. |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Teaching Philosophy
- Other Document
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