Dental Assistant Instructor

HCA Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work (PTO, family leave

401(k) with match

Education support

Job summary

The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP), now part of HCA Healthcare, seeks a Dental Assistant Instructor to blend classroom teaching with hands-on lab training. You will guide students through dental assisting concepts, safety protocols, and professional behavior.

You will deliver lessons, monitor attendance and grades, provide tutoring, and participate in faculty development. A post-secondary credential in Dental Assisting and active licensure are required, with 1–2 years of instructional

Qualifications

• Post-secondary credential in Dental Assisting or related field as per standards.
• Active certification/licensure recognized by state/accrediting agencies.
• 1–2 years of professional or instructional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and lab instruction that aligns with course objectives.
• Prepare and maintain equipment, materials, and learning spaces.
• Monitor attendance, maintain accurate records, and submit grades on time.
• Follow lesson plans and syllabi to ensure instructional goals are met.
• Provide tutoring and guidance to support student success.
• Participate in meetings, training, and professional development activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional learning environment.
• Report incidents or concerns promptly. Comply with institutional, state, and accreditation standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Post-secondary certificate or degree in Dental Assisting or related field

Active certification or licensure recognized by state and accrediting agencies

1–2 years of professional or instructional experience

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Dental Assistant Instructor

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Dental Assistant Instructor prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and professionalism needed to thrive in the dental field. This role combines classroom instruction with hands‑on lab training to create an engaging and supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and lab instruction that aligns with course objectives.
• Prepare and maintain equipment, materials, and learning spaces.
• Monitor attendance, maintain accurate records, and submit grades on time.
• Follow lesson plans and syllabi to ensure instructional goals are met.
• Provide tutoring and guidance to support student success.
• Participate in meetings, training, and professional development activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional learning environment.
• Report incidents or concerns promptly. Comply with institutional, state, and accreditation standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary certificate or degree in Dental Assisting or a related field (per TWC and ABHES standards).
• Active certification or licensure recognized by state and accrediting agencies.
• 1–2 years of professional or instructional experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to student success

Benefits

The College of Health Care Professions, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

At The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP), we prepare students for meaningful careers in healthcare. Founded by physicians in 1988, CHCP has been dedicated to providing career-focused education and hands‑on training that helps students build the skills and confidence to succeed in today’s healthcare industry.

That same commitment to student success extends to our teams. At CHCP, you’ll find a supportive, collaborative culture united by a shared purpose: changing lives through education and preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals. Now part of HCA Healthcare, CHCP combines a student-focused environment with the strength of one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.