Part-Time Faculty - Dental Assistant

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute syllabi which inform students about course requirements, grading requirements, testing assignments, attendance policy, and other information for each course assigned.
• Prepare, administer, and grade assignments, assessments and examinations in a timely manner to inform students about their progress.
• Encourage use of support services by students.
• Maintain the lab space as needed to ensure the appropriate supplies are on hand and accessible.
• Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials of modules.
• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on established curriculum and the educational needs of the students
• Monitor students' attendance in the program and coordinate with Program Manager when a student’s absences surpass two.

Prepare attendance reports weekly for the Healthcare Professions Administration.

Review student success rates and implement a plan to reduce student withdrawals. Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program.

Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.

• Maintain student grades by established policies. Prepare final grades at the end of each module to update student records and transcripts.
• Evaluate students' performance regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
• Assist in the arrangement of dental office observations, should such events occur.
• Prepare lectures and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.
• Assist and advise a student with the Dental Assistant program curriculum.
• May assist with the inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.
• Monitor students in the laboratory. Demonstrate and assist students with lab procedures and ensure safety precautions are adhered to.

Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D)
• Three (3) years of experience working as a Registered Dental Assistant
• One (1) year of experience teaching or training other Dental Assistants
• Must possess a current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license
• Knowledge of current principles and practices of teaching
• Must have a thorough and detailed knowledge of the subject material
• Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Must be able to work collaboratively with students, coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc.
• Experience working in a higher education setting
• Must have knowledge and experience teaching medical teamwork, chairside manner, infection control, clinical skills and techniques, health promotion and maintenance, creating a safe, effective environment, informing others
• Knowledge of the theory, skills, and job duties of the Dental Assistant; lab setup, clinical rotation, troubleshooting, and operation of related equipment
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Must have working knowledge of a Learning Managment System
• Knowledge of student engagement techniques, learning styles, retention strategies, and learning-centered philosophy
• Experience with or willingness to learn the latest teaching / learning technologies
• Knowledge in record keeping procedures

Preferred :

• Associate's (or higher) degree
• CPR Instructor certified
• Three (3) years of experience teaching or training

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