What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, Dental Hygiene - Adjunct (Clinic) (Re-advertised) position at Guilford Technical Community College?
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Position Information
Job TitleInstructor, Dental Hygiene - Adjunct (Clinic) (Re-advertised)
Full Time / Part TimePart-time
Job Description
Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He / she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.
Under general supervision, this individual will assist in the development, prepare, and teach Dental Hygiene courses within the department as well as participate in the organization, administration, continuous review, planning development, and general effectiveness of clinical experiences for students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene program. Instructional responsibilities require a broad-based knowledge of the role of the dental hygienist in the health industry. Adjunct faculty may also be responsible for advising and recruiting students and collaborating with business and industry partners to provide necessary training and education.
Duties / Functions
TeachingPrepare & teach departmental courses to include :
- developing learner centered lesson plans
- employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
- incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
- creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
- preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
- conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs / general education as appropriate
Professional DevelopmentMaintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by :
AdministrationProvide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include :
Student SupportProvide an environment conducive to student success to include :
Difficult Challenges
Contacts
Education Required
Education - the faculty member will have the educational background needed to meet accreditation / approval, certification, and departmental requirements
Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program.Baccalaureate degree in Dental Hygiene or related field from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.Current unrestricted license to practice as a dental hygienist in North Carolina or be eligible for licensure in North Carolina.Education Preferred
Master's degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA) membership.Experience Required
Three years or the equivalent of full-time clinical experience as a registered dental hygienist.Teaching and / or industry training experience in dental topics in any of the following formats : teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and / or other continuing education seminars.Experience Preferred
Greater than three years or the equivalent of full-time clinical experience as a dental hygienist.Post-secondary teaching experience.Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.Experience with distance learning and / or alternate instructional delivery systems.
KSA Required
The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its "open door" policy. He / she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to : 1. Multi-task2. Respect Diversity3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment5. Communicate effectively6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.
KSA Preferred
Department / Job Specific Requirements
Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed) : 1. Reporting Requirements2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)6. elearning Level One (before the first day of the first semester teaching)7. eLearning Levels Two and Three for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods (before the first day of the first semester teaching)
Department Trainings / Requirements : 1. Bloodborne pathogens / personal protective equipment training (yearly)2. Automatic electronic defibrillator / CPR certification (renewal every 2 years)3. Health requirements as specified by clinical agency contracts4. Background check consisting of Criminal Background Check (CBC), Office of Inspector General Reviews (OIG), and twelve panel urine drug screen from the facility selected by GTCC (if applicable)
Physical Demands
1. Physical Requirementsa. Hear and seeb. Stand extended periods of time (up to 12 hours)c. Stoop, bend, squat, lift, reach overhead2. Work hours may include day, evening, weekend responsibilities3. Travel may be involved
Posting TypeAdjunct Faculty
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number2018-088-TEMP-P
Open Date09 / 16 / 2024
Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
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