Adjunct - Dental Hygiene Clinical Instructor

Georgia Department of Revenue; Georgia; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Georgia Technical College seeks an Adjunct - Dental Hygiene Clinical Instructor to deliver classroom and clinical instruction, develop syllabi, and assess student progress across sites in Warner Robins and Macon.

The role requires a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program graduate, GA license, BLS/CPR, and at least two years of recent clinical experience; travel to clinical sites is required, with a schedule that may include early start times and variable days.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program.
• Must hold an active Dental Hygiene license in Georgia.
• Must hold an active BLS/CPR card.
• Must have a minimum of two years clinical dental hygiene experience within the last seven years.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students in classroom and clinical settings.
• Prepare syllabi and lesson plans; develop program goals and objectives.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain accurate grade records and inventories.
• Travel to clinical sites and assist with course development and scheduling.

Skills

Dental Hygiene license

BLS/CPR

Two years clinical experience

Education

CODA-accredited dental hygiene program

Job description

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Job Title

Adjunct - Dental Hygiene Clinical Instructor

Agency

Central Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID

JR0000006182

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details

FLAT FEE OF $33 GROSS HOURLY RATE PER CONTACT HOUR

Position Description

Under general supervision, provides instruction to students in the classroom and clinical settings, prepares syllabi and lesson plans. Develops program goals and objectives. Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives. The instructor must possess the ability to teach all phases of the curriculum. Demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques; use of appropriate testing and grading procedures including proper maintenance of grade books and any other record-keeping required; effective use of oral and written communication skills; and knowledge of current in-field procedures. Follows approved course syllabus. Maintain program requirements, attend/complete all professional development training; meet with students and college personnel to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues. Evaluates student progress in attaining goals and objectives. Completes all reports, records and invoices in a timely manner and maintains accurate inventory of all assigned properties. Maintain qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and accreditation standards. Follows rules and regulations as described by the TCSG Policy Manual and other policies and procedures established by the institution. Position may involve teaching traditional day and/or evening classes or online classes and will require travel within the college’s service area and additional travel as needed.

Location/Schedule

Position will be assigned to the Warner Robins and Macon campuses with travel to clinical sites. Projected work schedule is 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on clinical days up to 29 hours/week based on need; class/clinical schedules may vary based on clinical site.

Teaching assignments may include teaching, and required travel, to one or more campus/site locations, and may include a combination of face-to-face and distance instructional delivery methods. Faculty may be assigned to any campus/site based on the business needs of the college.

Minimum Qualifications

Must upload transcripts which show conferred educational degrees and document qualifications in the employment history.

• Must be a graduate of a dental hygiene program that is accredited by the Commission of Dental Accreditation (CODA) and an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.
• Must hold an active Dental Hygiene license in good standing in the state of Georgia.
• Must hold an active BLS/CPR card.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years clinical dental hygiene experience within the last seven (7) years. Occupational experience must meet the current requirements of the appropriate licensing board for the area of instruction.

Preferred Qualifications, in addition to the minimum qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, provide transcripts of conferred degrees and demonstrate in the employment history possession of one or more of the following:

• Documented teaching experience at the postsecondary level.
• Earned Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Dental Hygiene or a related field from an academic institution that is accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.

Salary / Benefits

This position is paid a flat fee of $33 gross hourly rate per contact hour. May include additional stipends for student contact hours, orientation and trainings, course development, etc. Adjunct positions are temporary, time-limited appointments encompassing a single academic term or period and do not imply or suggest a continuance of employment or a promise of future full-time employment. CGTC is a member of Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees Retirement System of Georgia (ERS). Adjunct positions are not eligible for TRS or ERS retirement benefits, state insurance, leave or holiday pay.

All applicants are subject to the following applicable pre-employment screenings

• Criminal History Records
• Motor Vehicle Records
• Employment References
• Pre-Employment Drug Test
• Fingerprint Records
• Credit History Records
• Psychological Screening
• Medical Examination

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG).

The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Central Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: The Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator for CGTC nondiscrimination policies is Cathy Johnson, Executive Director for Athletics and Compliance, Room A136, 80 Cohen Walker Drive, Warner Robins, Ga, 31088; Phone [phone]; Fax [phone]; Email: [e-mail].

All application materials are subject to the Georgia Open Records Act O. C. G. A. §50-18-70.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.