Dental Assistant Instructor (Lab) | Part-Time | Days
Provides assistance in the education of students in accordance with the curriculum standards and objectives.
If you enjoy teaching and training, you will have an opportunity to share your knowledge and clinical skills with Dental Assistant Students! PMI students count on your expertise!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Coordinate with program faculty to develop and implement Lab scenarios.
- Schedule and meet regularly with students.
- Schedule and meet regularly with the Didactic Instructor of the specialty area.
- Implement and communicate feedback to Didactic Instructor, Clinical Director, and Program Director regarding individual student learning and needs.
- Maintain all records on student performance, testing, progression, and written assignments in conjunction with the course instructor and keep files confidential.
- Demonstrate and maintain familiarity with program and course objectives.
- Maintain familiarity with all clinical skills, equipment, and operation.
- Participate in faculty in services and professional organizations.
- Advise students regarding academic performance.
- Assist in grading student homework and quizzes based on instructor keys.
- Assist the instructor at the end of each module and ensure all check-off sheets are complete, signed, and turned in to Administration promptly.
- Check supplies and prepare requests for the Faculty Coordinator or Office Assistant.
- May assist with preparing and copying materials for class.
- The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or a graduate of an otherwise recognized training entity (e.g., hospital-based program) in Dental Assisting or an institution located outside of the United States and its territories in Dental Assisting OR
- A minimum of four (4) years of job-related training and experience for instructors not graduates from an accredited Dental Assistant program.
- Three (3) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience in Dental Assisting.
- Certified or Registered Dental Assistant (CDA or RDA) or a licensed dentist. Dentists are not required to hold the CDA or RDA credential.
- Current license, certification, or other credential as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the Dental Assistant field.
- Proficient in didactic and clinical four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry principles.
- Aware of state requirements governing dental assisting programs.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and computer skills.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- $23.00 to $32.00 per hour
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Program
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