What are the responsibilities and job description for the DENTAL ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR (POOL) position at North Orange County ROP?
This general talent pool is for prospective Dental Assistant Instructors at the high school level. When interviews are completed and a candidate is chosen, that person will have their application kept on file until a position becomes available. When an opportunity arises, they will proceed through the pre-employment process, leading to a potential job offer.
Under the direction of an Instructional Administrator, a Regional Occupational Program (ROP) instructor provides instruction to secondary school students in competency-based, career technical education courses in order to prepare them for college and career. ROP classes are taught by instructors who have trained and worked in the industry they are teaching. Once hired, instructors must enter a teacher credential program and ROP provides additional training and coaching support. Many ROP classes provide real-world experience by placing students in work-based learning. Please refer to the instructor's job description for specific responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and requirements. * Three (3) years of industry work experience directly related to the Food Service & Hospitality pathway (for Credential eligibility).
* High School Diploma or Equivalent is REQUIRED.
* Applicant must possess and provide documentation of a valid, active, and current Board of Dental Hygiene Committee of California license (DDS, RDA, RDAEF, or RDH) for at least two years and possess experience in the subject matter he or she is teaching. OR An applicant who has held a license as a registered dental assistant or registered dental assistant in extended functions for at least two years, who then became a permit holder as an Orthodontic Assistant shall not be required to hold a permit for two years in order to instruct in the subject area.
* Applicant must possess and provide documentation of a valid, active, and current California Radiation Safety Certificate; in addition, must have knowledge of, experience with, and the ability to teach and assess students on the same in accordance with Section 106975 of the Health and Safety Code.
