Adjunct instructor, Dental Hygiene - (H)

Palm Beach State College; United States; On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 61,992,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking an adjunct dental hygiene instructor to educate students in alignment with ADA Accreditation Standards.

The role requires a current Florida Dental Hygiene License and typically involves evenings and weekends to accommodate course schedules. An Associate degree or higher is expected, with familiarity with Canvas LMS and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Qualified faculty by dental education according to ADA Accreditation Standards.
• Current Florida Dental Hygiene License required.
• Minimum two years of experience as a Dental Hygienist.
• Associate degree or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct college students in dental hygiene using approved curricula and standards.
• Develop and maintain course schedules, assessments, and program reviews.
• Assist students and participate in program evaluations and articulation activities.
• Utilize instructional technologies and Canvas LMS to deliver content.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Canvas LMS

Education

Dental Hygiene License

Associate degree or higher

ADA Accreditation Standards knowledge

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles.

As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Instruct college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Develops discipline related curricula, assess student learning, participates in program evaluation, and college activities. Maintains college and department standards in support of the College's mission and strategic plan. Work schedule varies according to teaching assignment. Varies

What an Adjunct Instructor’s Day looks like:

• Develops, maintains, interprets, and executes administrative procedures and practices. This activity includes developing and maintaining manuals regarding the College's policies, procedures, rules, and standards.
• Analyzes class and program needs of the College.
• Determines and recommends the retention or deletion of courses.
• Develops and coordinates program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates.
• Maintains calendar as necessary to track these schedules and adjusts as required.
• Assist students and program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Education and Experience: Qualified faculty by dental education according to the ADA Accreditation Standards: training, certification or license related to scope of practice and must be in accordance with the Florida Division of Medical Quality Assurance: Florida Board of Dentistry.
• This is a clinical teaching position.
• Applicant must have a current Florida Dental Hygiene License Minimum to two years' experience working as a Dental Hygienist.
• Associate degree or higher.
• Knowledge of: Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
• Utilize Canvas Learning Management System and other instructional technologies
• Ability to: Interact positively with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Pay Rates

Standard hourly rates vary based on the assigned course level and educational credentials. Must have the ability to work a fluctuating schedule to include evenings and weekends.

Important Information

This posting represents an open continuous applicant pool. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or employment. Adjunct positions are filled on an as-needed basis according to departmental and instructional needs.

Application Deadline

Application Deadline This position is open until filled.

About the College

Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college, was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates, and workforce development programs. With over 1,200 full-time employees, Palm Beach State College offers a highly attractive benefits package including health insurance, a retirement program, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Veteran Preference/ADA Employer

An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Veteran Preference/ADA Employer Per the Florida Open Records and Public Meeting Laws (286.011), also known as "the Sunshine Laws," all correspondence received from applicants for any position with the College is a matter of public record. Palm Beach State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College. The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources and Compliance Director or Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone] or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Written complaints must be filed within 180 days from the position's closing date for which the applicant applied. Claims will be investigated, and a timely response will be provided. The College prohibits retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.

Accommodations

Accommodations Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job by contacting the Human Resources and Compliance Director at [phone] for assistance.