Dental Hygiene Instructor

Responsibilities Responsible for providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College. In‑person work on campus is an essential function of this position. Adhere to approved course syllabus. Provide students with the course syllabus that informs them of course requirements including specific objectives, means of attaining those objectives, and methods of evaluation by the end of the first week of classes. Use teaching methods which are appropriate to reach students of varying educational experiential backgrounds and learning styles. Allow students to continually assess their own progress. Allow reasonable opportunity for each student to master the objectives of the course. Submit syllabi and/or addendums to the Division Office by the end of the first week of class. Post and maintain office hours as per institutional guidelines. Make provisions for students to evaluate instruction and arrange for submission of evaluation to the designated office. Participate in faculty orientation sessions, professional development seminars and activities to enhance professional development; accept the responsibility for professional awareness and growth. Acknowledge and support the community college’s mission to serve the community. Perform all other duties appropriate to this position as assigned or directed. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene and three (3) years of work experience exclusive of teaching or Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene and three (3) years of work experience exclusive of teaching and a Bachelor’s Degree in any field. NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education must be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application. Experience teaching in the discipline. Experience/ability to incorporate technology into the classroom. Experience/ability to teach at the community college level. Special Conditions The El Paso Community College is building a pool of applicants for part‑time faculty. Faculty are hired in a part‑time capacity on a semester‑by‑semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the District. EPCC accepts application materials year‑round from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part‑time basis. Part‑time faculty hiring is based on college need. We offer day, evening, and weekend classes. Classes are offered at various times and locations during the academic year. This pool will be accessed when an opening arises. Your application will remain active for approximately one (1) year from July 2025 to June 2026. After this time, you will need to re‑apply if you are still interested in remaining a part of the pool. This is a security‑sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures. The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr