Instructor - Dental Assisting Program

Saskatchewan Polytechnic; Regina; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus is seeking a Dental Assisting Instructor to deliver didactic and clinical instruction, assess student performance, and keep current with dental assisting principles. The role includes supervising students in clinical settings and contributing to program administration.

The successful candidate will develop course curricula, provide instructional support to related programs, and maintain high standards of teaching and patient care in a collaborative academic

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Dental Assisting Program.
• Eligible for registration and licensure in Saskatchewan.
• Related bachelor’s degree or working toward one.
• Training in educational theory and methodology.
• Minimum two years recent dental assisting experience.
• Effective communication, instructional ability, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated valuing of diversity.
• Ability to function as a team member in a changing environment.
• Competence with internet, email, MS Office and adapting to new technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide didactic and clinical instruction and assessment in the Dental Assisting program.
• Supervise and evaluate students in clinical settings.
• Maintain knowledge of current dental assisting principles and adult education.
• Develop and maintain course curriculum.
• Conduct program administration tasks as required.
• Provide dental assisting services as required.
• Provide instructional support to the Dental Hygiene Program when required.

Skills

Communication

Instructional ability

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Team player

Technology literacy

Education

Dental Assisting Diploma

Related baccalaureate degree

Educational theory training

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is committed to building a diverse and representative workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize that First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples have been historically underrepresented in the labour market due to systemic barriers, and that advancing reconciliation includes addressing these inequities within our own institution. Strengthening Indigenous representation among employees is a priority in Sask Polytech’s Inclusive Excellence: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Reconciliation Strategy 2025-2030 .

In alignment with Section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, and in partnership with the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Faculty Association, we will prioritize candidates who meet the qualifications for this position. Applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Self-identification information is kept confidential and supports our reconciliation commitments and efforts to foster inclusive and culturally grounded learning and working environments. Choosing not to self-identify will not negatively impact an applicant’s consideration.

Classification

Instructor

Location

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus

Start Date

11/16/2026

Closing Date

10/21/2026

Category of work

Full Time

Bargaining Unit

Faculty Association

Hours of Work

825 hours (825 hours of student contact/1442.75 hours per year), 7.25 hours per day

Salary Range

As per academic salary grid

Temporary Market Stipend

Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay 1.0 FTE 199 days

Posting Status

Open

Open Until Filled

No

Ongoing

Yes

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

Job Duties

• Through lectures, seminars, and/or labs, provide didactic and clinical instruction and assessment of performance in the Dental Assisting program.
• Supervise and evaluate students in clinical settings.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of current dental assisting principles, procedures and techniques and the principles of adult education.
• Develop and maintain course curriculum.
• Conduct various aspects of program administration as required.
• Provide dental assisting services as required.
• Provide instructional support to Dental Hygiene Program when required.

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities and Experience

• Graduate of a Dental Assisting Program.
• Eligible for registration and licensure as a dental assistant in Saskatchewan.
• Related baccalaureate degree (or be working toward completion of a related degree).
• Training in educational theory and methodology.
• Minimum of two years recent and relevant dental assisting experience in a dental office utilizing current dental assisting principles, procedures and techniques.
• Effective communication skills.
• Effective instructional ability.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated valuing diversity.
• Ability to function as a team member in an ever-changing environment.
• Demonstrated competence and recent experience in the use of the internet, e-mail, MS Office Suite software and ability to learn and adapt to changing technology.

Posting Supplemental Questions

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