Dental Assistant Instructor - Austin, TX - Round Rock

Zollege; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Round Rock is seeking a Part Time Dental Assistant Instructor to teach future dental professionals. This role involves guiding students through hands-on education in a dental office environment. Responsibilities include preparing classes, demonstrating procedures, and evaluating student performance. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of dental assisting experience and a passion for mentorship. Competitive pay ranges from $20 to $24 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent dental assistant or chair-side experience.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Passion for helping others achieve their personal goals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for each class by reviewing the provided curriculum.
• Demonstrate medical skills/procedures and assist students.
• Evaluate individual/group performance and make adjustments.
• Enforce classroom management and ensure safety precautions.
• Convey curriculum and skills via lecture and hands-on demonstrations.

Skills

Dental assisting

Strong communication skills

General Dentistry skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Radiology Instructor License

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Description

Full Job Description

Austin Dental Assistant School - Round Rock is currently searching for a Part Time Dental Assistant Instructor to join the team!

About Us

At Zollege, we believe higher education should be focused on empowerment, not financial burden. We’ve helped students save over $1 billion in student loan debt.

Our programs are built for real‑world success at a fraction of the cost— hands‑on, career‑focused training led by instructors who support you from your first class to your first job.

We’re growing! We’re looking for experienced dental assistants who are passionate about mentorship and shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals. Apply as a Dental Assistant Instructor, today!

Job Summary

In this role, you’ll inspire future dental professionals by combining your expertise with your ability to guide and mentor students through practical, hands‑on education.

Instructor positions are part‑time with classes held on Saturdays 7:00am - 6:15pm. (Note: teaching schedules may vary based on morning and/or afternoon class availability.)

Our focused, 12‑week program is designed to provide accessible, hands‑on education to students from all walks of life. Classes take place directly in a dental office rather than in a traditional classroom— allowing students to learn in the environment they will eventually work in. Instructors will use their chair‑side experience and training to teach our students the skills they need to succeed as entry‑level dental assistants.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for each class by reviewing the provided curriculum, which may utilize lab stations.
• Demonstrate medical skills/procedures and assist students as they practice hands‑on in the lab.
• Evaluate individual/group performance and make any necessary adjustments to meet student learning needs.
• Enforce classroom management and ensure adherence to safety precautions.
• Ability to convey curriculum and pertinent skills via lecture and hands‑on demonstrations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Radiology Instructor License
• 5+ years of recent dental assistant or chair‑side experience
• CPR/BLS certification
• Familiarity with Dentrix
• General Dentistry skills and procedures experience
• Basic computer skills such as emailing, printing, scanning, troubleshooting, connecting to WiFi, etc.
• A passion for helping others achieve their personal goals.
• Strong communication skills.

Job Type

Part‑time

Pay

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Experience

• Dental assisting: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification

• BC/BE (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location

In person