Dental Hygiene Instructor

Summary:
Our faculty are engaged, accountable, innovative, and change-ready professionals dedicated to their students and the College Mission. Faculty are proficient in all learning modalities applicable to the program in which they teach.

What We Offer: The targeted starting pay range for this position is between $83,200- $93,600 per year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver course material in accordance with college curriculum.
• Fulfill administrative requirements for each course, including attendance, Student Learning Outcome (SLO) assessment data, posting grades timely, and student outreach.
• Utilize student achievement and learning outcome data to develop program improvement strategies and participate in formal processes such as program review, assessment, design, and evaluation.
• Demonstrate willingness to develop proficiency in all applicable learning methodologies through continuous improvement.
• Ensure the program consistently adheres to institutional, governmental, and accreditation standards.
• Participate as a subject matter expert in Industry Advisory Councils, Faculty Council, Assessment Council, and relevant industry associations.
• Build networks within the local industry for programmatic support.
• Engage in student service activities, such as orientation, clubs, appreciation events, outreach, enrollment, and career services events.
• Provide proactive student advisement and tutoring.
• Participate in departmental and programmatic activities.
• Mentor new faculty and participate in the Academy of Master Instruction mentoring program.
• Ensure program equipment and books adhere to the Standard Equipment and Book Lists.
• Help meet College standards for persistence, retention, graduation, third-party examinations, and placement.
• Maintain professionalism and accountability, modeling positive behaviors for students.
• Collaborate with interdepartmental colleagues to ensure program students receive learner support.
• Be on time and present as required, conducting full class periods.
• Act as a substitute instructor when needed.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Faculty supervise student conduct in classrooms, on campus, and during field trips or school-related functions.

Competencies:

Core Competencies:

• Integrity: Demonstrates personal integrity; follows through on commitments and accepts ownership of mistakes.
• Professionalism: Approaches others tactfully, treats others with respect, and accepts responsibility for actions.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes, manages competing demands, and handles unexpected events effectively.
• Organization Support: Follows policies and procedures, completing tasks on time and supporting organizational goals.
• Communication: Communicates effectively, listens to others, and selects the appropriate tone for situations and audiences.

Position Competencies:

• Instructional Skills: Confidently delivers instruction and effectively utilizes resources to meet diverse student needs.
• Content-Specific Knowledge: Demonstrates expertise and instructional practice in their field.
• Dependability: Consistently meets deadlines, arrives prepared, and engages in work fully.
• Student Achievement Focus: Prioritizes student needs, anticipates potential delays, and keeps students informed of their progress.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to meet essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or Dentist: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD)
• Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
• State Dentist license: BLS for Heathcare Provider (AHA or ARC)
• CA*: Infection C