Dental Assistant Instructor

This is an excellent opportunity to use your experience as a Dental Assistant to teach our students seeking education, training, and certification in this essential field, while you earn extra income!!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Faculty teaching in a two-year institution offering the associate degree must hold at least the master’s degree or the equivalent in the field of specialization in which they are teaching. Exceptions must be justified by special competence in their field of knowledge.
• Verifiable work experience including a minimum of five years verifiable Dental Assisting experience within the last ten years
• Must be a certified and/or licensed Dental Assistant where required by law
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated success in collaborating with diverse groups of employees and customers
• Demonstration of highest levels of integrity and professionalism in all aspects, including appearance, demeanor, and attitude
• Ability to work in an observation/coaching style environment
• Capability to prioritize, accept responsibility, and work within deadlines
• Superior organizational and problem-resolution skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Solid computer software skills including Microsoft Office/Google Suite

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience teaching in an education setting and/or experience with training employees within the industry
• Demonstrate knowledge of federal, state, and accreditation regulations applicable to the proprietary education industry

Instructors are responsible for teaching students in our training programs in classroom and hands-on lab settings, ensuring that they gain the knowledge and skills that are required for entry-level employment in their chosen field. Instructors are also responsible for sound educational practices and the academic development of each student. Instructors will also manage their classroom environment and promote a positive and engaging learning experience, provide support, tutoring and other assistance as needed. Instructors are to “model" the professional behaviors, language, and activities expected of our students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Utilize classroom and lab instruction, student assessment mechanisms, and classroom management techniques to provide an engaged classroom experience to students.
• Ensure that each student has been presented with the material to successfully meet the learning objectives of each course within a student’s program of study
• Ensure that instructional materials and equipment are ready for student use, sufficient in quantity, are properly maintained and are in working order prior to class time
• Participate in ongoing faculty assessment and professional development activities to ensure an active and engaged classroom experience for all students; maintain required certification and license
• Actively participate in meetings, review and analyze assessment data, compile reports, and meet academic and administrative deadlines
• Ensure campus compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory bodies’ guidelines, along with internal policies of the company
• Other duties as assigned

_Ancora is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law._

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Instructing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Dental assisting employment: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Dental Assistant (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25