Adjunct Instructor — Dental Assisting & Oral Radiography

Frederick Community College; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Frederick Community College seeks an adjunct instructor for Dental Assisting and/or Oral Radiography. The role covers didactic and hands-on instruction for course hours and may include clinicals in Columbia, MD. The instructor prepares students for NELDA and RHS exams and works to meet course objectives with flexible teaching methods.

This adjunct position emphasizes understanding diverse student backgrounds and maintaining currency in the field while supporting student success and program goals.

Qualifications

• Related professional experience or licensure in dental assisting or closely related field.
• Proof of current license: DANB/NELDA, RHS certification, or dentistry license as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate instruction to meet course requirements and objectives.
• Teach core Dental Assisting skills and ensure competency in labs.
• Evaluate student progress and coordinate remediation as needed.
• Prepare students for NELDA and RHS exams.
• Supervise and evaluate students during in-class skills labs.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Engage in professional development to stay current in the discipline and instructional methods.

Skills

Dental Assisting

Oral Radiography

Teaching

Blackboard

Job description

Frederick Community College seeks an adjunct instructor for Dental Assisting and/or Oral Radiography. The role covers didactic and hands-on instruction for course hours and may include clinicals in Columbia, MD. The instructor prepares students for NELDA and RHS exams and works to meet course objectives with flexible teaching methods.

This adjunct position emphasizes understanding diverse student backgrounds and maintaining currency in the field while supporting student success and program goals.