Adjunct Instructor, Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA), UC Blue Ash College

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks an Adjunct Instructor for the Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary program. This part-time role involves teaching and evaluating students in a supportive and innovative environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and a passion for education, contributing to the success of aspiring dental professionals. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering student achievement and enhancing community health through quality education.

Benefits

Tuition Remission

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Generous Time-off Policy

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate degree or higher required.
• Must be a Registered EFDA in Ohio or licensed DDS/DMD.

Responsibilities

• Assist in team teaching of preclinical instruction for the EFDA Program.
• Evaluate and grade student work in a lab setting.

Skills

Clinical Evaluation

Communication Skills

Teaching Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

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Adjunct Instructor, Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA), UC Blue Ash College

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

You are invited to submit an application to be included in the general pool of candidates from which qualified faculty roles will be filled. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department and there is no guarantee that an open position currently exists. Appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance. Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials.

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

About UC Blue Ash

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College Allied Health Department invites applications for our Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) adjunct faculty general pool of candidates from which part time faculty will be selected for the upcoming term (as needed).

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio. The college is in Blue Ash, Ohio fifteen miles north of the uptown campus, on 135 acres in a park-like setting. We offer primarily associate degrees in career and transition programs, as well as general education courses and technical baccalaureate degrees to approximately 5,100 students. We value excellent teaching and personalized student support to help students achieve their goals, whether the goal is to enter a career or to continue education. The college is a recipient of the Cincinnati Business Courier 2021 Best Places to Work award.

Job Overview

EFDA part-time Faculty responsibilities include: Assisting in the team teaching of preclinical instruction for the EFDA Program. Classes will meet weekly on Friday afternoons during fall and spring semesters. Teaching is assigned on an as-needed, semester-by-semester basis.

Essential Functions

I. Primary Functions

• Evaluation and grading of student’s work on typodonts in a lab setting
• Evaluate learning and provide feedback for skill development
• Evaluation and grading of students’ work
• Solicit questions to reinforce student’s clinical critical thinking skills
• Effective in communicating with staff and students
• Model exemplary professional skills and behavior

II. Secondary Functions

• Assist in administration of handouts and other educational materials
• Assist in monitoring supply inventory
• Assist in monitoring student’s progress
• Assist in management of difficult learners and dysfunctional behavior
• Assist in observing students to identify learning needs
• Assist in fostering development of a competent clinician
• Assist in lab preparation
• Attend staff meetings for curriculum revisions, student issues, problems, and decision making

Required Education

• Minimum of an Associate degree or higher

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Must be a Registered EFDA in Ohio as verified in OSDB eLicense portal OR as licensed DDS/ DMD

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Prior teaching experience

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link ) Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Highlights include:

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 10–14% of your salary.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources [e-mail] .

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The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Adjunct Instructor, Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA), UC Blue Ash College

Date: May 9, 2025

Location:

Cincinnati, OH, US

Facility: Blue Ash Campus

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