Dental Assistant Faculty Adjunct/Temporary Part-Time

CU0305 Minneapolis Community and Technical College; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 3,300 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Tuition waiver for employees

Job summary

Minneapolis College is seeking applications for potential temporary part-time and/or adjunct Dental Assistant Faculty within the School of Nursing, Health Sciences and Wellness. The role may teach theory, lab, and clinic, across traditional and online formats, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

The position requires a Bachelor degree and completion of an accredited dental assisting program, plus three years of related experience, DANB certification, and Minnesota license.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum qualifications for the Minnesota State credential field for Dental Assistant.
• Household requirement: Bachelor degree and completion of accredited dental assisting program.
• Three full-time years (or equivalent) of verifi ed dental assistant work experience.
• Current DANB certification and Minnesota Dental Board license.

Responsibilities

• Teach all aspects of Dental assisting: theory, lab and clinic.
• Deliver instruction inclusively and equity-mindedly.
• Develop and revise instructional and assessment materials.
• Assess program and course student learning outcomes.
• Adapt teaching to traditional and online formats and schedule.

Education

Bachelor degree

Accredited dental assisting program

Job description

Working Title: Dental Assistant Faculty Adjunct/Temporary Part-Time

Institution: Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Classification Title: Tech College Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union: 210: Minnesota State College Faculty

City: Minneapolis

FLSA: Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time: Part time

Employment Condition: Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Minneapolis College is seeking applications for potential temporary part-time and/or adjunct Dental Assistant Faculty within the School of Nursing, Health Sciences and Wellness. The Dental Assistant Department at Minneapolis College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning as we educate the next generation of dental assistants. Faculty members collaborate in the delivery of dental assistant courses to prepare students to complete their diploma or associate degree. This position may teach all components of dental assistant education: theory, lab, and clinic.

Instructor Responsibilities

• Teaching all aspects of Dental assisting (theory, lab and clinic).
• Teaches with an inclusive and equity-minded approach.
• Is dedicated to excellence in teaching and has the desire to become part of a creative, vibrant, student-centered learning community.
• Is committed to student success.
• Teaches in traditional as well as other delivery modes, including, but not limited to, synchronous and asynchronous online formats.
• Regularly develops, reviews, and revises instructional and assessment materials.
• Participates in the assessment of program and course student learning outcomes.
• Is a participatory member of the dental assistant division and the greater college community through service on committees and attendance at regular meetings.
• Practices current teaching strategies, including active learning, learner outcome assessments, and online instruction.
• Maintains ongoing professional development in dental assisting as well as in the areas of teaching and learning.
• Should be flexible with teaching hours; with the possibility of evening and weekends.

Credit Load

Instructor may receive between six (2) to twelve (12) total credits of instruction per academic semester - depending on department needs.

Salary Range

Compensation for under 5 credits is $1,650 per semester credit. Those teaching more than five credits are temporary part-time employees and can move to the faculty salary schedule. Salary schedule placement is determined on the basis of education and experience and in accordance with the 2025-2027 Master Agreement between the Minnesota State Board of Trustees and the Minnesota State College Faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess or meet minimum qualifications for the Minnesota State colleges and universities credential field of Dental Assistant, #500088: Visit https://www.minnstate.edu/system/asa/academicaffairs/cfc/fields/500088.html for details.

Education Requirement

Bachelor degree and graduate of an accredited dental assisting program.

Occupational Experience Requirement

Three full-time years (or equivalent) of verifi ed related paid work experience as a dental assistant.

Recency Requirement

One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) post-secondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Professional Requirement

Dental Assistant certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Current Dental Assistant License from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry.

Other Requirements

Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position. To be qualified for this position, you must meet all minimum qualifications. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment. Minneapolis College does not sponsor visas.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Schedule varies and may include instruction during the weekend.

About Minneapolis College

About Minneapolis College is a proud member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The campus is located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse metropolitan community. Faculty and staff collaborate to offer a supportive environment that values active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability and global and cultural understanding. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, and a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action and equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community. Minneapolis College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and educator, and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Benefits Information

• Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.
• We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date

06-01-2026

Position End Date

Open

Open Date

03-31-2026

Close Date

03-31-2026

Diverse Workforce Information

Connect 700 and Veteran's Preference Minnesota State Colleges and Universities are military friendly campuses and recognized Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organizations. Beyond the Yellow Ribbon is a comprehensive community and corporate support network that connects and coordinates agencies, organizations, and resources to meet the needs of Veterans, Service Members, and families in all military branches.