Dental Assistant Instructor - Amarillo, TX

Zollege; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Zollege Amarillo is seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor to lead a 12-week hands-on clinical training program in Amarillo, TX. The role focuses on chairside demonstrations, radiology basics, and student mentoring on Saturdays.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years as a dental assistant, radiology certification, CPR/BLS, and strong communication skills. In-person teaching at 7200 SW 45th Avenue, Unit 5, Amarillo, with a consistent Saturday schedule and opportunities to impact future

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience
• Active Radiology Certification
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Strong communicator: able to explain clinical procedures clearly to learners with no prior experience
• Able to commute to location(s)
• Nice-to-haves: teaching experience, Dentrix familiarity, leadership background

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate chairside procedures and clinical techniques
• Teach radiology fundamentals and safety protocols
• Coach students during hands-on lab practice
• Provide performance feedback and skills assessments
• Maintain infection control and classroom safety standards
• Foster a supportive, structured learning environment

Skills

Dental assisting

Radiology certification

Communication skills

In-person teaching

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Amarillo Dental Assistant School is hiring a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor for our ongoing 12-week hands-on clinical training programs. is hiring a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor for our ongoing 12-week hands-on clinical training programs.

• Schedule: Saturdays, 7:30am – 6:30pm (breaks included). Note: teaching schedule may vary based on morning and/or afternoon class availability.

• Location: Amarillo, TX (In-Person)

• Compensation: $21–$24/hr, depending on experience.

What You'll Do

• Demonstrate chairside procedures and clinical techniques

• Teach radiology fundamentals and safety protocols

• Coach students during hands-on lab practice

• Provide performance feedback and skills assessments

• Maintain infection control and classroom safety standards

• Foster a supportive, structured learning environment

Who This Is For

Dental assistants — DA, RDA or EFDA welcomed — who want to keep practicing during the week while stepping into a mentorship role on Saturdays and who are ready to make an impact beyond the chair.

Why Amarillo Dental Assisant School

Part of Zollege Healthcare Career School, founded in 2010. Over 20,000 students trained nationwide through an accelerated, hands-on model built around working professionals.

When you teach here, you’re not filling a shift — you’re shaping careers.

• Structured curriculum — you’re supported, not starting from scratch

• Consistent Saturday schedule

• Leadership role without leaving clinical practice

• Mission-driven organization focused on accessible healthcare education

Requirements

• 5+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience

• Active Radiology Certification

• CPR/BLS Certification

• Strong communicator: able to explain clinical procedures clearly to learners with no prior experience

• Able to commute to location(s)

Nice-to-haves: prior teaching or mentoring experience, Dentrix familiarity, leadership background

• Able to teach in person at 7200 SW 45th Avenue, Unit 5, Amarillo