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Dental Assistant Instructor (Part Time)

Odessa College

Job Description

Working Title

Dental Assistant Instructor (Part Time)

Position Status

Part Time

Department

Continuing Education

General Summary

Odessa College is seeking a qualified Dental Assistant Instructor to join our Continuing Education team on a part-time adjunct basis. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience as a registered dental assistant or dental hygienist and possess a passion for teaching and mentoring students in the field of dental assisting.

Odessa College is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Specific Position Duties

  • Conduct classroom instruction for dental assistant students based on provided curriculum and lesson plans.
  • Demonstrate dental procedures and techniques in a clear and concise manner.
  • Provide practical hands-on training in a simulated dental lab environment.
  • Assist students in understanding and applying dental terminology, procedures, and protocols.
  • Evaluate and assess student performance, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Ability to effectively teach and engage adult learners from various backgrounds.
  • Ability to organize and manage classroom activities and student progress effectively.
  • Collaborate with program coordinators to ensure course objectives are met and maintained.
  • Maintain accurate attendance records, submit grades, and other program documentation in a timely manner.
  • Stay current with developments and best practices in dental assisting through professional development opportunities.
  • Work with the community, clinical partners, and industry to advance awareness of the need for dental professionals. 
  • Availability to teach up to 19 hours per week as scheduled by the Continuing Education Department. 



Minimum Qualifications

  • Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Dental Hygienist with a valid license or certification.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of working experience as a dental assistant or dental hygienist.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Teaching experience in a classroom or clinical setting.
  • Experience with curriculum development or instructional design.
  • Familiarity with educational technology and learning management systems.

Posting Number

A01604P

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://jobs.odessa.edu/postings/12104

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