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Adjunct Faculty - Dental Hygiene

Ivy Tech
United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Jul 2026
💰 $90,000/yr

About the role

Being an instructor or faculty member is to provide high-quality education and mentorship to students. Faculty members are responsible for delivering engaging and effective instruction, developing and updating curriculum, and supporting the academic and personal growth of students. They also play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, contributing to the college’s mission, and participating in community and college events.

Faculty members are expected to stay current in their field through continuous professional development and to use innovative teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students. Additionally, they are involved in evaluating student progress, maintaining accurate records, and adhering to college policies and procedures. The role also includes mentoring students and acting as role models, thereby significantly impacting students' lives beyond the classroom.

1. Mastery of Subject Matter 

  • Demonstrate thorough and accurate knowledge of the field of dentistry/subject matter. 

  • Display an ability to interpret and evaluate theories in the field of dentistry/subject matter. 

  • Connect subject matter with related fields. 

  • Stay current in subject matter through updated continuing education. 

2. Teaching Performance 

  • Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning. 

  • Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies. 

  • Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs. 

  • Employ available instructional technology when appropriate. 

  • Encourage the development of communication skills and higher-order thinking skills through appropriate assignments. 

  • Communicate subject matter to students. 

  • Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials. 

  • Support classroom efforts to promote student success. 

3. Evaluation of Student Learning 

  • Adhere to course and dental assisting program learning objectives. 

  • Develop and/or use evaluation methods which fairly measure student progress toward objectives. 

  • Evaluate and return student work within 7 days to promote maximum learning. 

  • Evaluate and provide immediate feedback in preclinical/clinical atmospheres. 

  • Maintain accurate records of student attendance and student progress using the learning platform and student success tools. 

  • Submit class roster’s midterms, final grades, skills/competencies, and attendance rosters to lead instructor, department/program chair, and administrators each semester according to established deadlines. 

4. Support of College Policies and Procedures 

  • Meet scheduled classes in accordance with college policy. 

  • Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies. 

  • Maintain confidentiality of student information. 

  • Exercise stewardship of College facilities and materials. 

5. Partici

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