Instructor, Dental Hygiene

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Alumni

Regina

On-site

CAD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus is seeking an Instructor for Dental Hygiene to deliver didactic and clinical instruction, supervise students in clinics, and contribute to curriculum development.

The role requires a Dental Hygiene Program graduate (or pursuing related degree), with at least two years of clinical experience and eligibility for licensure in Saskatchewan. Strong teaching and teamwork abilities are essential.

Qualifications

Graduate of a Dental Hygiene Program and related baccalaureate degree (or working toward related degree).
Minimum of two years recent and relevant dental hygiene experience.
Eligible for registration and licensure as a dental hygienist in Saskatchewan.
Training in educational theory and methodology.
Effective communication skills.
Effective instructional ability.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Ability to function as a team member in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

Provide didactic and clinical instruction and assessment in the Dental Hygiene program.
Supervise and evaluate students in clinical settings.
Maintain knowledge of current dental hygiene principles and techniques, and adult education principles.
Develop and maintain course curriculum.
Assist with program administration as required.
Provide dental hygiene services as needed.
Support the Dental Assisting Program when required.

Skills

Didactic instruction

Clinical instruction

Student assessment

Course curriculum development

Educational theory

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

MS Office Suite

Internet & email

Education

Dental Hygiene Program graduate

Related baccalaureate degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Content (SDF) Details

Competition Number P17674 Posting Title Instructor, Dental Hygiene Classification Instructor Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus Other Location(s) Building Other Building Date Posted 08/12/2026 Closing Date 08/20/2026 JIQ # Start Date 08/24/2026 End Date 06/25/2027 Open Until Filled No Ongoing No Category of work Full Time Bargaining Unit Faculty Association Hours of Work 7.25 hours per day, 825 hours (825 hours of student contact/1442.75 hours per year) Salary Range As per instructional grid Temporary Market Stipend Incumbent Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay

199 days 1 FTE Term position

Posting Status Open Special Instructions to Applicants

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.

Job Duties

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

Through lectures, seminars, and/or labs, provide didactic and clinical instruction and assessment of performance in the Dental Hygiene program.
Supervise and evaluate students in clinical settings.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of current dental hygiene 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 hygiene services as required.
Provide instructional support to Dental Assisting Program when required.

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities And Experience

Specific Accountabilities Duties Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)

Graduate of a Dental Hygiene Program and related baccalaureate degree (or be working toward completion of a related degree).
Minimum of two years recent and relevant dental hygiene experience in a dental office utilizing current dental hygiene principles, procedures and techniques.
Eligible for registration and licensure as a dental hygienist in Saskatchewan.
Training in educational theory and methodology.
Effective communication skills.
Effective instructional ability.
Effective interpersonal skills.
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.
Demonstrates valuing diversity.

Desired QSA Required Competencies

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