Dental Assistant Instructor

bucks; Newtown (CT); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Bucks County Community College is seeking a qualified Dental Assistant Instructor to share industry knowledge and prepare students for successful careers in dental assisting. This part-time role offers flexible scheduling and meaningful impact on student success.

The hybrid course meets two evenings weekly—one online via Zoom or Teams and one on campus—covering topics such as dental history, anatomy, equipment, radiography, and professional ethics, while preparing students for the DANB RHS exam.

Qualifications

• Experience in the field of Dental Assisting
• DANB RHS certification
• EFDA certification preferred
• Previous teaching experience highly desired
• Knowledge of Zoom or Microsoft Teams preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging instruction covering essential topics in dental assisting
• Prepare students for the DANB RHS exam
• Developing and administering course assessments
• Evaluating and documenting student progress
• Maintaining attendance and progress records
• Participating in information sessions and program activities

Skills

Teaching experience

Clinical dental assisting experience

Knowledge of Zoom or Microsoft Teams

Education

DANB RHS certification

EFDA certification (preferred)

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

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Bucks County Community College is seeking a qualified dental assisting professional to serve as a part‑time Dental Assistant Instructor . This position is an opportunity to share your industry knowledge and experience while preparing students for successful careers in dental assisting.

Start Date: Fall 2026

Classes Begin: September 22, 2026

Compensation: $50 per hour

Position Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant Instructor will develop and deliver engaging instruction covering essential topics in dental assisting, including:

• History of Dentistry and Dental Assisting
• Roles and Responsibilities of a Dental Assistant
• Legal Aspects of Dentistry
• Oral Anatomy
• Dental Equipment
• Radiography

Additional responsibilities include:

• Preparing students for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam
• Developing and administering course assessments
• Evaluating and documenting student progress
• Maintaining accurate attendance and progress records
• Participating in information sessions, recruiting events, and other program activities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in the field of Dental Assisting
• Dental Assisting National Board Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification
• Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification preferred
• Previous teaching experience highly desired
• Knowledge of Zoom or Microsoft Teams preferred

The Dental Assistant course is currently a hybrid course that meets two evenings each week. One evening is live online via Zoom or Microsoft Teams and the other evening session is on campus. Each course is 100 hours and is taught in the fall and spring semesters.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates must submit the following documents through our online application portal:

• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial transcripts (Official transcripts required upon hire)
• Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the College will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with College's policies.

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Please Note: At this time, the College does not provide work visa sponsorships. To be considered for employment at Bucks County Community College, applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Bucks County Community College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.