Dental Hygiene Instructor

Summary The instructor position plays a critical role in the teaching and learning process, ensuring students achieve mastery of course, program, and institutional learning outcomes. The instructor is responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality instruction, engaging in program improvement processes, and participating in various institutional and student affairs initiatives. This role requires a proactive and dedicated approach to student success, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment, utilizing diverse teaching methodologies, and collaborating with colleagues to ensure ongoing program and student development. Compensation Starting pay range: $40.00–$45.00 per hour. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Instruction and Curriculum Delivery: Prepares lessons and course materials in accordance with the college curriculum, using appropriate teaching methods and resources. Adheres to course syllabi, ensuring alignment with program goals and accreditation requirements. Delivers instruction to students through dynamic and varied instructional techniques to support various learning styles. Maintains a positive, inclusive, and professional classroom environment that fosters student engagement and success. Student Support and Success: Maintains regular and open communication with students regarding their progress, attendance, and performance, providing timely responses to inquiries and concerns. Provides proactive academic advising, tutoring, and office hours to assist students with course material, assignments, and career development. Participates in student affairs activities such as new student orientation, student clubs, and career services events to support overall student engagement and success. Assessment and Program Improvement: Regularly assesses student learning outcomes, implementing strategies to enhance student performance and course effectiveness. Utilizes student achievement and learning data to contribute to program improvement processes, including program review, assessment, and evaluation. Stays current with industry trends and academic best practices. Collaboration and Faculty Development: Participates in departmental meetings, industry advisory boards, and faculty development activities to contribute to continuous improvement efforts and program growth. Collaborates with colleagues across departments to support student success, retention, and achievement of program outcomes. Mentors and supports new faculty members to ensure successful integration into the institution. Compliance and Accreditation: Adheres to institutional, accreditation, and regulatory standards; ensures program components comply with these requirements. Documents grades, attendance, student advising, and other required information in a timely manner, using the institution's designated software systems. Participates in programmatic and institutional assessments to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and continuous quality improvement. Other Duties: Ensures relevance of instructional materials; utilizes appropriate processes to facilitate improvements in line with academic or regulatory standards. Ensures classroom and lab equipment is available and in good working condition; facilitates repair and maintenance as needed. Fulfils additional responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director, Academic Dean, or Campus Director/President. Core Competencies Integrity & Ethics: Demonstrates personal integrity and ethical conduct, upholds organizational values, fosters trust, and serves as a role model for students. Professionalism: Maintains a respectful, professional demeanor in all interactions with students, colleagues, and the community. Adaptability: Responds to changes in teaching strategies, course content, and institutional priorities with flexibility and a willingness to learn. Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively with students, faculty, and staff, tailoring communication to diverse audiences. Collaboration: Works effectively with colleagues and industry partners to achieve institutional goals and improve program offerings. Position Competencies Instructional Skills: Demonstrates confidence, preparation, and effectiveness in delivering instruction in both small and large group settings. Utilizes a variety of teaching methods to engage and support student learning. Student Success Focus: Prioritizes students’ needs, responds promptly to inquiries, and ensures they have the resources necessary to succeed academically. Technical Job Skills: Possesses the knowledge and skills to competently teach course content and manage classroom technology. Relationship Building/Networking: Builds positive relationships with students, colleagues, and industry partners to enhance learning environment and ensure program success. Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) State Dentist license BLS for Healthcare Provider (AHA or ARC) Infection Control certification (2 units) and CA Dental Practice Act certification (2 units) Clinical instructors must demonstrate, via documentation, that they have clinical teaching experience within the previous five years in the dental hygiene area to which they are assigned, which can be met by either one academic year of dental or dental hygienist level clinical teaching experience. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret materials related to area of expertise. Ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and external stakeholders. Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic calculations relevant to course material and student assessments. Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and any software required for course delivery. Physical Demands The position is on site, student‑facing. Physical demands include regular standing, walking, sitting, and the ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities. Work Environment The work environment includes vocational classrooms, labs, or office spaces with potential exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, or chemicals in certain instructional settings. Noise level is typically moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, will be considered for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr