Dental Hygiene Clinical Instructor

Posting Details

Posting Summary


Working Title
Dental Hygiene Clinical Instructor


Role Title
RN III/Nurse Prct II


Role Code
49114-SW


FLSA
Nonexempt


Pay Band
06


Position Number
298W0903


Agency
Laurel Ridge Community College


Division
Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)


Work Location
Frederick - 069


Hiring Range
See pay schedule listed in the job description.


Emergency/Essential Personnel
No


EEO Category
C-Technician


Full Time or Part Time
Part Time


Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule


Employment is contingent upon student enrollment and applicant's flexibility as to scheduled clinic days each semester.

Sensitive Position
No


Job Description

This part time dental hygiene instructor position encompasses all aspects of clinical instruction and supervision for first- and second-year dental hygiene students at the Middletown campus dental hygiene clinic. Involvement in community and professional associations is preferred as these memberships provide leadership and mentoring attributes. Employment is contingent upon student enrollment and applicant's flexibility as to scheduled clinic days each semester. This position is a continuous posting; candidates will be contacted based upon student demand.

Dental Hygiene Clinical Instructor hourly rate schedule effective July 1, 2024 :
Associate's Degree: $40.32

Bachelor's Degree: $43.03

Master's Degree (includes DDS, MD, DVS, JD, DPT): $45.70

Doctorate: $48.39


Compensation and Benefits
The minimum hourly rate for the position is $40.32 per hour, however, actual starting rate is commensurate with education and/or experience. The position is part time and as such cannot exceed 29 hours per week and is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.

Telework

According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking , effective July 5, 2022, Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies, telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position, as defined by heads of agencies.

Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College.

Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email View email address on click.appcast.io for further information.

Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment.

Special Assignments


May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications


Local Anesthesia certification is required.
Current American Heart Association BLS (CPR and AED) training is required.
Demonstrated experience in clinical practice is required.
Applicants must have a 4-year degree in dental hygiene, or related field, and be currently licensed to practice dental hygiene in Virginia.

Additional Considerations


Teaching experience is preferred.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No


Supervises Employees
No


Required Travel


Travel as per any required duties of the position, such as to sites/campuses and any training. Ability to cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary for the job is required.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
WGE_2919P


Recruitment Type
General Public - G


Number of Vacancies
4


Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
12/16/2025


Job Close Date
06/01/2026


Open Until Filled

Agency Website




Contact Name
Melissa Shaffer-Reyes


Email
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Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants


Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is optional for all positions except faculty, clinical instructors and tutors). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: , or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Additional Information


May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer


The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement


The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement


The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement


VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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