Dental Assistant | Substitute Instructor
Are you passionate about training new employees? Share your Dental Assistant knowledge and clinical skills to inspire others!
Schedule Availability: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Essential Functions
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Develop and deliver tailored lesson plans using diverse teaching methods that accommodate varied learning styles.
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Plan instruction to meet specific objectives based on student needs and the established curriculum.
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Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
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Evaluate and grade students’ work within 72 hours of submission.
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Address academic or behavioral concerns and communicate with the Assistant Dean of Faculty and Student Services Coordinator as needed.
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Maintain face-to-face office hours to provide guidance and support to students.
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Supervise students' externships.
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Regularly review and recommend updates to course materials, such as syllabi, assignments, and handouts.
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Attend faculty meetings, advisory board gatherings, in-service events, graduations, workshops, and other professional development opportunities.
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Complete necessary student documentation, including attendance, incident reports, early alerts, and other records.
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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 & Benefits
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Hiring Range: $20.80 - $24.90 per hour
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Paid sick leave in accordance with state requirements
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Access to employee discount programs