Dental Assistant

Ross Education Holdings Inc; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Ross Education Holdings, Inc. Portage campus seeks an experienced Dental Assistant to become a part-time instructor for year-round morning and evening classes. You will teach in the Dental Assisting classroom with 10-20 students, aligning with Ross lesson plans and curriculum.

Sessions run 4.5 hours, with day or evening options, totaling about 9-18 hours weekly. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of dental assisting experience and a national certification (RDA or CDA) or equivalent experience, and a

Qualifications

• Interest in teaching or prior experience in dental education.
• Experience in dental assisting and familiarity with Ross curriculum.
• Willingness to teach in both morning and evening sessions.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the Dental Assisting classroom with 10-20 students.
• Deliver lectures and demonstrations using Ross lesson plans.
• Session length is 4.5 hours, day or evening.
• Part-time position, typically 9-18 hours per week.

Skills

Teaching interest

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

RDA from AMT

CDA from DANB

Formal dental assisting training

Job description

DENTAL ASSISTANT – INSTRUCTOR – PART TIME - MORNINGS AND EVENINGSRoss Education Holdings, Inc.Portage - Campus based positionWe are looking for experienced DA's to become fully trained instructors for year round morning & evening classes 2-5 classes a week.Classes are M-F 8:30-1 and M-TH 5:30-10.Have you ever thought about teaching?Ross Education Holdings, Inc.’s non-profit secondary education centers are working to provide all students with the tools to become much needed health care professionals.We look for experienced Dental Assistants to teach year round classes as Primary Scheduled Instructors and Secondary PRN Instructors ready to step in as needed for teaching assistant and substitutes as needed.Are you ready to change lives? Come find your "WHY" at Ross!Ross is more than a place to work - we’re a community built on shared values. As part of our team, you’ll be asked to embody and uphold the Core Values that guide everything we do:Be Humble, Be Kind, Be a Good Steward, Embrace Accountability, Lead Responsibly and Deliver an Exceptional Student ExperienceIf these principles resonate with you and you’re looking to contribute to a purpose-driven team, we’d love to meet you.Dental Assistant Instructor duties include:Teach in the Dental Assisting classroom with 10-20 students, covering clinical and administrative skills.Learning the material and delivering lectures and demonstrations, working from the Ross lesson plans and curriculum.Class sessions are 4.5 hours in either day or evening sessions.This is a part-time position, typically 9-18 hours per week.Benefits*Health, Dental & Vision InsurancePaid Time Off401(k)Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramMonthly pay and direct deposit*Some benefits require a minimal amount of scheduled hours per week.Requirements3+ years’ experience in the field and a national certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA from AMT) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA from DANB) and formal training in a dental assisting program like Ross. If you do not have the formal education, you can also qualify with 5+ years’ experience in the field and a national certification. *additional requirements or exceptions may be applicable based on the state, program, and accreditation requirementsInterest in teaching or prior experienceMust be flexible and have a passion to learn and growAll Campus staff must haveSufficient ability to stand for extended periods of time, move around the building and classroom to satisfy student needs and/or facilitate student participation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the positionSufficient visual and auditory ability to operate computer equipment, use telephone, read materials, use white board and use classroom/office equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the positionAbility to use current technology to maintain student recordsAbility to communicate effectively in classroom and individual settingsKnowledge of materials (subjects) that will be taught to students and ability to use and communicate Ross curriculumAbility to adapt quickly in fast-paced work environmentAbility to achieve or maintain credential and/or licensure within expected time framesDemonstrates professionalism in manner, dress and conduct as a representative of Ross and a student mentorAbility to remain objective and treat all students equallyAttention to detail and commitment to qualityAdhere to Ross Code of Conduct and Professional EthicsClinical Coordinators need to have ability to travel to visit clinical sites or other meetingsPrior teaching or formal tutoring experience using a developed curriculum, preferredPerform related work as requiredRoss Graduates – please ask about our bonus for qualified grads returning to teach!Ross Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer