Dental Programs Instructor (Adjunct)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Lee Main Campus, Sanford, NC
Job Type: Adjunct
Job Number: 02248
Division: SL-Health & Professional Services
Opening Date: 05/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description


Central Carolina Community College is committed to being an employer of choice, grounded in excellence, integrity, respect, collaboration, innovation, and leadership. We provide a supportive, growth-focused workplace where professionals can thrive while helping students access first-class educational and workforce opportunities. Join us in shaping futures, strengthening our region, and contributing to a mission-driven culture rooted in service and opportunity.

The purpose of an instructor at the Central Carolina Community College is to ensure maximum student learning. The instructor accomplishes this by presenting discipline specific learning outcomes through lecture, demonstration, projects, assignments, appropriate classroom management, etc. and by providing authentic student assessment that documents learning has occurred.

The Dental Programs Instructor will teach the clinical component of the curriculum designed to help students build clinical skills aimed at passing the state and national exams for Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene.

• Please include unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Will be required to submit official copies of transcripts before start date.
• This position may have occasional travel between campuses and for training. Occasional after hours may be required.
• This position requires face to face teaching.

Essential Duties

• Embrace the institutional goals of Central Carolina Community College by engaging students as full partners in the learning process, removing barriers for student progression in the course, and supporting and assisting students in achieving their educational goals.
• Use teaching methodology that incorporates a dynamic instructional environment that promotes a positive, interactive, and inclusive learning experience for all students.
• Ensure collaboration, mutual respect, cooperation, and harmonious relationships between and among administrators, faculty, students, staff, and alumni.
• Assist in maintaining department equipment, supplies, and materials, and support resources.
• Follow departmental policies and policies stated in the policies and procedures manual as it relates to instructor responsibilities.
• Participate in department meetings, advisory board meetings, and other college meetings and activities.
• Actively participate in professional organizations.
• Maintain current industry licensure and credentials, including earning annual CME/CEUs.
• Be responsible for and perform other such duties as may be assigned.
• Recognizing and respecting the variety of experiences and contributions represented by all of our students, employees, and community, the Dental Programs Instructor (Adjunct) will encourage a learning environment where everyone is supported and valued for their unique perspectives and experiences and will foster and promote the participation of all members of our diverse communities.

Minimum Requirements
Required Educational Background:

• Must be a graduate of a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Documented background in current educational methodology concepts

Required Certification:

• Hold an active license as a Dental Hygienist in North Carolina

Required Industry Experience:

• Minimum of two years' experience as a dental hygienist

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a dental or health science field
• Two years' experience teaching at a Community College or University