Dental Hygienist - Classroom Instructor

 
Job #
5AAF2302-1093-4522-A286-40FBF32EADAA
Created
Feb 25, 2026 11:31pm
Location
San Antonio, Texas
Are you ready to transition your clinical mastery into a rewarding academic career? As a Dental Hygiene Instructor, you will guide students through a rigorous CODA-accredited curriculum. This Monday through Friday role offers a stable, predictable schedule, allowing you to move away from the traditional clinical grind while remaining at the forefront of dental science. You will play a vital role in ensuring our students meet the high standards required for professional licensure and clinical excellence.

Dental Hygiene Instructor

Location: San Antonio, TX | Campus: On-Site

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday (Full-Time)

Hiring Range: $31.00 – $38.75 per hour, based on experience

Professional Summary: Shaping the Future of Dental Care

Are you ready to transition your clinical mastery into a rewarding academic career? As a Dental Hygiene Instructor, you will guide students through a rigorous CODA-accredited curriculum. This Monday through Friday role offers a stable, predictable schedule, allowing you to move away from the traditional clinical grind while remaining at the forefront of dental science. You will play a vital role in ensuring our students meet the high standards required for professional licensure and clinical excellence.

Essential Functions

  • Instructional Delivery: Prepare and deliver high-quality lesson plans that align with course objectives, utilizing active learning methodologies to support student critical thinking.

  • Academic Monitoring: Track student progress and provide early intervention and tutoring if a grade average falls below average required.

  • Clinical & Lab Supervision: Provide expert chairside guidance in preclinical and lab environments, reinforcing didactic principles through intensive hands-on practice.

  • Accreditation Support: Assist in continuous curriculum review and the preparation of accreditation reports to maintain program excellence.

  • Administrative Integrity: Maintain accurate and timely records of student attendance and performance in accordance with institutional and CODA policies.

Who You Are

  • An Academic Mentor: You are passionate about dental science and enjoy finding creative ways to explain complex clinical concepts to aspiring professionals.

  • Compliance-Driven: You understand that in an accredited program, meticulous documentation and strict adherence to safety protocols (OSHA/HIPAA) are non-negotiable.

  • A High-Level Communicator: You provide constructive, substantive feedback that encourages student growth, clinical confidence, and professional development.

Minimum Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree (Baccalaureate) from a USDE-recognized accredited institution.

  • Credentialing: Graduate of a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene or Dental program.

  • Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of full-time clinical experience as a Dental Hygienist or Dentist.

  • Licensure: Current Texas state license and all state-required credentials (including CPR).

  • Technical Literacy: Proficient with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint/Excel) and Google Workspace.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Hourly Pay: $31.00 – $38.75 per hour, based on experience

  • Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a partial owner of the company!

  • Retirement: 401(k) with a 10% Employer Match.

  • Full Benefits Package: This Monday–Friday track is eligible for our comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid time off and holiday pay.

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