Adjunct Instructor - Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Evara Health Institute is the education and training arm of Evara Health, dedicated to developing a skilled, compassionate, and community-focused healthcare workforce. Through innovative programs, hands-on clinical experiences, and strong industry partnerships, we prepare students to thrive in today’s healthcare environment while advancing health equity across the communities we serve.

EHI is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for our Dental Assistant Program to drive excellence and shape the next generation of Dental Assistants. If you're a visionary leader with a passion for advancing healthcare education, this is your chance to make a profound impact! 

• Utilizes innovative teaching methods, instructional technologies, and experiential learning opportunities to engage students and enhance their understanding of course material.
• Designs and develops instructional materials, lesson plans, and assessments aligned with program objectives and industry standards.
• Fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, explore new ideas, and actively participate in their educational journey.
• Conducts engaging and interactive lectures, demonstrations, and presentations to convey medical assisting concepts effectively. Utilize a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Oversees laboratory activities, including hands-on skill demonstrations, simulations, and practice sessions. Provide guidance and feedback to students to enhance their proficiency in clinical procedures.
• Coordinates clinical experiences for students in healthcare settings, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining positive relationships with clinical partners.
• Assess student performance through examinations, projects, presentations, and clinical evaluations. Provide constructive feedback to support students’ learning and professional development.
• Offers personalized academic support, mentorship, and career advice to students, helping them navigate challenges, overcome obstacles, and make informed decisions about their academic and professional futures. 
• Stays updated on advancements, healthcare regulations, industry trends and developments in your field of expertise, continuing education practices, and pedagogical trends, incorporating new knowledge and methodologies into your teaching practice to enrich the student learning experience.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities to enhance teaching skills and maintain licensure or certification requirements.
• Maintains accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress. Assist with program accreditation processes, program reviews, and other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Collaborates with program directors, faculty members, and healthcare professionals to enhance the quality of instruction and promote interdisciplinary collaboration within the institution.

Education & Experience:

• Graduate from a program in a Dental Assistant or closely related field required, with diploma. 
• A minimum of three (3) years of occupational experience providing direct patient care as a Dental Assistant
• Active, unrestricted industry certification/licensure, if work in the field is required

Schedule:

• 16 to 20 hours per week
• Course term is 5 weeks, and will start new sessions in continuous cycles

Join us, and be part of a team that is truly making a difference. Apply today to step into a career filled with purpose, challenge, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself.

**This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information about the background screening process, visit