Clinical Dental Hygiene Instructor

Forsyth Technical Comunity Clg; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 44,427 - 52,762; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Winston-Salem seeks a Part-time Clinical Instructor for Dental Hygiene courses. The successful candidate will provide instruction, evaluate students, and must have experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist with current certification. Responsibilities include teaching in the clinic and maintaining records. This position offers a part-time schedule and competitive salary between $32.25 and $38.30 per hour.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree must be from an accredited college.
• Current unencumbered Dental Hygiene license required.
• 2 years experience in a dental office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach dental hygiene courses in the clinic.
• Maintain attendance and grade records.
• Demonstrate clinical techniques to students.

Skills

Clinical experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist

Current CPR certification

Ability to provide effective instruction

Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Education

Associate’s degree in Applied Science specializing in Dental Hygiene

Job description

Below you will find details for this position, including any supplemental documentation and questions that should be reviewed before applying.

If you need assistance, please contact HR at 336-734-7302. AA/EOE.

Position Information

Job Title

Posting Number 2178

Job Schedule Part Time

Job Shift Varied

OCR Code / Classification 3 - Professional

Min Salary $ 32.25

Max Salary $ 38.30

Work Location Main Campus

Position Summary Information

Part-time Clinical Instructor, Dental Hygiene, will be a member of a diverse team that will conduct college courses for enrolled undergraduate students by performing the following duties. The Part-time Instructor, Dental Hygiene will work in the Forsyth Tech community dental clinic providing instruction and evaluating dental hygiene students. The instructor must have clinical experience in the dental field as an RDH and a current CPR.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Applied Science with a specialization in Dental Hygiene. Note: Degrees and hours must be from a college accredited by a United States Department of Education accepted accrediting agency such as SACS.
• Understand and be committed to the unique nature and role of the College.
• Current unencumbered Dental Hygiene license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Clinical experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a dental office as a practicing Registered Dental Hygienist ( RDH ).
• Prior Teaching experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as designated by the Program Coordinator and approved by the Department Chair.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining all required College records including attendance and grade reports, roll books, etc.
• Demonstrate clinical techniques and skills to students.
• Provide effective instruction to dental students in the dental clinic & lab setting, offering assistance, guidance, and constructive feedback.
• Make recommendations to the Program Coordinator for supplies, equipment, and equipment repairs.
• Construct, administer, and grade assessments, observations, and examinations.
• Assume responsibility for being familiar with and adhering to all policies of the College.
• Attend specialized training activities that enhance job performance and foster diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Foster diversity, equity and inclusion with colleagues and students.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
• Pursue continuous improvement in the areas of subject matter expertise; teaching and learning; the use of educational technology; diversity, equity and inclusion; and other areas related to the strategic goals of the College.
• Facilitate the learning process by designing and implementing inclusive instructional activities that are appropriate and meaningful that maximize equitable student outcomes.

Physical Demands

• The employee will regularly operate and use computers, phone and other electronic devices.
• The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• The employee may occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee may lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.

Open Date

08/28/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

If you need assistance, please contact HR at 336-734-7302. AA/EOE.

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you have an Associate’s degree in Applied Science with a specialization in Dental Hygiene?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have unencumbered Dental Hygiene license (RDH) and CPR certification?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have clinical experience as a practicing Registered Dental Hygienist?
  • Yes
  • No