Adjunct Faculty, Dental Assistant Program (Pooled Position, Central Campus)

Broward College; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Broward College seeks passionate educators to support 21st century learners in the Dental Assisting program. Candidates should possess an Associate Degree or higher and demonstrate the ability to adapt teaching methods to facilitate student success.

The position requires knowledge of dental assisting procedures and the flexibility to teach traditional and hybrid formats. Office hours and varying schedules will be required.

Salary range is $2,226.00 - $2,506.02, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Mastery of specific discipline with a commitment to student success.
• Two years of experience preferred, with college teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to teach in both face-to-face and hybrid formats.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the needs of 21st century learners.
• Prepare students for productive lives.
• Demonstrate current knowledge of dental assisting procedures.

Skills

Teaching skills

Technology competencies

Knowledge of dental assisting

Education

Associate Degree in Dental Assisting

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Job Description Summary

Candidates should be passionate educators who can facilitate the needs of 21st century learners. Candidates should demonstrate (1) a mastery of their specific discipline; (2) a deep commitment to the college mission of fostering student success, achievement and persistence; (3) technology competencies as well as teaching/counseling skills and strategies that facilitate 21st century literacies; (4) the use of resources that prepare students for productive lives. All schedules require office hours and some may require evening and/or weekend hours.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Associate Degree in Dental Assisting or a related field. Graduated from a CODA-accredited dental assisting program.
• Preferred accredited program within the State of Florida or completed expanded functions course recognized by the Florida State board of dentistry. Bachelor degree preferred.
• Minimum Experience/Training: Two years of experience is preferred. Prior college teaching experience is preferred. Willingness to complete teaching methodology training.
• Background in and current knowledge of dental assisting procedures, duties, and a commitment to teaching. Recent experience in four-handed dentistry principles.
• Willingness and ability to teach in both the traditional face-to-face and blended (hybrid) format.

Position Details

Position Time Type: Part time. Position Number: P0027380. Department: Health Sciences, Dental, MEA. Salary Range: $2,226.00 - $2,506.02 (Salary commensurate with education and experience). Work Schedule: Monday-Friday/weekend/varies.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.