Dental Assistant Instructor | Substitute
Are you passionate about training new employees? Share your Dental Assistant knowledge and clinical skills to inspire others!
Please provide your availability!
Arrange guest speakers, community service outings, and visits to dental clinics or offices.
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Conduct periodic assessments of facilities and equipment, recommending adjustments to align with current dental assisting practices.
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Support the supervision of students’ externship experiences, as required.
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Enforce safety and security guidelines for students, staff, and visitors.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
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Comprehensive expertise in Dental Assisting
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Effective lesson planning and execution
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Ability to assess student knowledge and design remediation strategies
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Role model of professionalism and dedication to the profession
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Engaging and supportive teaching environment
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Proficient in creating and administering evaluations
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Excel, and PowerPoint
Supervisory Duties
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None
Minimum Qualifications
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Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program (or equivalent recognized training) OR a minimum of three years of related experience for non-accredited program graduates.
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At least two years of practical experience in Dental Assisting.
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Knowledge of state requirements for dental assisting programs.
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Proficiency in four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry practices.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Required Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
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Nationally Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), or licensed dentist (CDA or RDA credentials not required for dentists).
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Current license, certification, or credential per local, state, or federal regulations for the Dental Assistant field.
Compensation
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Hiring Range: $20.80 - $24.96 per hour
- Arizona Paid Sick Leave