Dental Assistant Instructor - Modesto, CA

Job Description Job Description Description: Modesto Dental Assistant School is hiring a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor for our ongoing 12-week hands-on clinical training programs. Schedule: Saturdays, 7:30am – 6:30pm (breaks included). Note: teaching schedule may vary based on morning and/or afternoon class availability. Location: Modesto, CA (In-Person) Compensation: $30–$32/hr, depending on experience. What You'll Do Demonstrate chairside procedures and clinical techniques Teach radiology fundamentals and safety protocols Coach students during hands-on lab practice Provide performance feedback and skills assessments Maintain infection control and classroom safety standards Foster a supportive, structured learning environment Who This Is For Dental assistants — DA, RDA or EFDA welcomed — who want to keep practicing during the week while stepping into a mentorship role on Saturdays and who are ready to make an impact beyond the chair. Why Modesto Dental Assistant School Part of Zollege Healthcare Career School, founded in 2010. Over 20,000 students trained nationwide through an accelerated, hands-on model built around working professionals. When you teach here, you're not filling a shift — you're shaping careers. Structured curriculum — you're supported, not starting from scratch Consistent Saturday schedule Leadership role without leaving clinical practice Mission-driven organization focused on accessible healthcare education Apply Now We're actively hiring in Modesto, CA and reviewing applications on a rolling basis. New cohorts run continuously year-round — as one 12-week program wraps, the next begins. If you're ready to start soon, apply today. Requirements: 5+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience Active Radiology Certification CPR/BLS Certification Strong communicator: able to explain clinical procedures clearly to learners with no prior experience Able to commute to location(s) Nice-to-haves: prior teaching or mentoring experience, Dentrix familiarity, leadership background