Adjunct Instructor PT, Dental Hygienist (Continuous Posting)

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 49,593 - 67,502; Part time

Job summary

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor PT in the Dental Hygiene program. The instructor will teach and supervise students in classroom, lab, and clinical settings, ensuring safety and high-quality learning.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene, current licensure, and BLS certification. Preferred teaching experience in accredited DH programs and the ability to update curriculum as trends evolve.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene.
• Licensure in Dental Hygiene.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider.

Responsibilities

• Teach or assist with all levels of courses within the Dental Assisting and/or Dental Hygiene curriculum.
• Supervise students in the classroom, lab, and/or clinical environments incorporating knowledge, expertise, and flexibility to ensure safety and student learning.
• Develop/suggest teaching materials, activities, and handouts for each course assigned.
• Prepare and deliver lectures and/or prepare and lead class activities or assist in lab or clinic.
• Collaborate with departmental personnel in curriculum revisions/updates which reflect changing trends, information, and technologies and ensure compliance with the Standards of the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association, the Department of Community Colleges approved standards for the curriculum and the Criteria of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
• Abide by policies, standards, goals, and objectives of the College and Department.
• Participate in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation activities to improve the instructional quality of the program.
• Practice, teach and supervise students to facilitate compliance with OSHA standards related to blood-borne pathogens.
• Develop a mechanism to be contacted by students if additional help is required.
• Maintain professional certification ( RDH and BLS for the Healthcare Provider) and seek opportunities for professional development through study, seminars, and/or on-the-job practice.
• Serve as a resource to the dental community and community at large.
• The above duties are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of the job position. They are not intended as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene

Licensure in Dental Hygiene

Current certification in Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider

Job description

Adjunct Instructor PT, Dental Hygienist (Continuous Posting)

Position Summary Information

Position Title

Position Title Adjunct Instructor PT, Dental Hygienist (Continuous Posting)

Employment Category

Employment Category Adjunct

Contract Length N/A

Expected Work Schedule

Expected Work Schedule Variable

Anticipated Days

Anticipated Days Variable

Anticipated Hours

Anticipated Hours Variable

Anticipated Hours per Week

Anticipated Hours per Week Variable

Job Description Summary

An instructor in this position will conduct or assist with college courses for undergraduate students in the Dental Assisting and/or Dental Hygiene Program. This individual must possess the knowledge and skills to teach and supervise students in the classroom, lab, and clinical settings.

Duties

1. Teach or assist with all levels of courses within the Dental Assisting and/or Dental Hygiene curriculum.
2. Supervise students in the classroom, lab, and/or clinical environments incorporating
knowledge, expertise, and flexibility to ensure safety and student learning.
3. Develop/suggest teaching materials, activities, and handouts for each course assigned.
4. Prepare and deliver lectures and/or prepare and lead class activities or assist in lab or clinic.
5. Collaborate with departmental personnel in curriculum revisions/updates which reflect changing trends, information, and technologies and ensure compliance with the Standards of the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association, the Department of Community Colleges approved standards for the curriculum and the Criteria of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
6. Abide by policies, standards, goals, and objectives of the College and Department.
7. Participate in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation activities to improve the instructional quality of the program.
8. Practice, teach and supervise students to facilitate compliance with OSHA standards related to blood-borne pathogens.
9. Develop a mechanism to be contacted by students if additional help is required.
10. Maintain professional certification ( RDH and BLS for the Healthcare Provider) and seek opportunities for professional development through study, seminars, and/or on-the-job practice.
11. Serve as a resource to the dental community and community at large.
12. The above duties are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of the job position. They are not intended as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

1. Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene;
2. Licensure in Dental Hygiene;
3. Current certification in Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Teaching experience in Accredited DH Program.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration)

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 11/01/2021

Start Date

Start Date 01/03/2022

Keep Open Until Filled Yes

Salary Range

Salary Range $42.15 per contact hour

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