Dental Assistant Instructor

York Community Resource Center; York (York County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

York Community Resource Center in York, PA seeks a part-time Dental Assistant Instructor to educate adults pursuing dental assistant certification. The role includes planning lessons, assessing students, and delivering hands-on training in a collaborative environment.

The position supports evening classes with flexible scheduling, tracks student progress, and collaborates with staff to achieve program goals while ensuring safe use of dental/X-ray equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Two years of related experience and/or training preferred.
• X-Ray Certification endorsed by DANB within 60 days of hire.
• Bilingual Spanish and English required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical materials and instructions, and to communicate clearly with students, staff, and community partners.
• Flexible schedule including evening hours and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise dental assisting principles, techniques, and workforce entry skills.
• Assess educational needs of students and monitor progress.
• Plan and conduct a balanced program of instruction with demonstrations and hands-on work.
• Instruct students individually and in groups using lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities and manage inventory.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish & English)

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree (four-year college or university)

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant Instructor is responsible for overseeing and delivering high-quality instruction to adults who are preparing to become qualified Dental Assistants. Key duties include conducting pre- and post-assessments, developing and managing class schedules, and creating lesson plans. This role ensures effective program delivery by collaborating with staff and supporting students in achieving their educational and career goals.

This is a part-time evening position. Course assignments are made each semester based on organizational needs and student enrollment. Employees track their daily hours, as weekly hours may vary with classwork and testing.

Key Results Areas

• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate them to students.

• Effectively manage up to 6 students per class session (current maximum with two dental chairs). Class size may increase as more chairs are installed.

• Ensure students acquire the technical knowledge and skills needed to attain their certification.

• Develop and administer a class curriculum.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct classes, workshops, and demonstrations that teach principles, techniques, and methods in dental assisting and workforce entry skills.

• Determine the educational needs of students.

• Observe and evaluate students’ work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement.

• Plan and conduct a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and hands‑on work time that lets students observe, question, and investigate.

• Instruct students individually and in groups using lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.

• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate them to students.

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.

• Prepare and administer written, oral, and performance tests, and issue grades based on performance.

• Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.

• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and requirements.

• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs, abilities, and interests.

• Maintain equipment inventory and keep inventory records.

• Monitor students when they use dental or x‑ray equipment.

• Attend staff meetings

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• One to two years of related experience and/or training.

• X‑Ray Certification endorsed by DANB (within 60 days of hire).

• Bilingual skills in Spanish and English required.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

• Ability to read and interpret technical materials and instructions, and to communicate clearly with students, staff, and community partners.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Flexible schedule including evening hours and as needed, weekends.